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Donations needed!

To help Fresh Start Sheltie Rescue you can make a tax-deductible donation via a PayPay donation to freshstartsheltierescue@yahoo.com. Additionally, you can contact Kim to get a physical address to send a donation to as well.  Additionally you can click the ChipIn link to the right to make a donation for five of our current rescued dogs (Shelby, Chance, Andy, Dylan, and Smokey) who are heartworm positive.  Each of them will be undergoing heartworm treatments to make them healthy again.

 

We, and the rescues, thank you in advance for anything you can send.

 

Interested in Adopting?

  • Please visit our Adoption Info page for more information. We are looking to adopt where there is a securely fenced yard for the safety and welfare of the dogs. Only rarely do we consider other options to a fenced yard. We do not adopt to homes that use invisible/underground fencing. This is for the safety of the dog - even though the dog may not be able to get out, that doesn't mean other dogs/animals can't get in!!
  • Also, please make sure that you are wanting a rescue that you are going to keep as an inside family member. Potential adopters that want a Sheltie as an outdoor dog are automatically declined. Again, this is for the safety of the rescue. Weather can turn and you wouldn't want to be all alone outside during a storm, would you??

 

If I find a dog that I like, what is the adoption process?

The first step is to fill out an adoption application. After we receive your completed application and review it, then we contact your vet to check that your other pets are current on vaccinations, on heartworm prevention, etc. Then we will contact you to set up a time for someone to visit your home to meet you and your family. Once you have been approved, we will contact you to discuss which dog might best fit your family and lifestyle. To obtain an application, please request additional information via email.

 

Foster homes needed!

Have you ever considered opening your home to help out a rescue dog? It is very rewarding and you are helping to save lives! Our foster dogs are not kept in kennels, but in actual homes. Please contact us if you are interested in fostering! If you are unsure, please read this poem...
 
Calendar Competition 2011 Print E-mail
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Last Updated on Monday, 16 August 2010 20:17

It's time to start entering your photos for the FSSR 2011 calendar! This is our 2nd year to make a calendar. Last year was a BIG success; we sold almost 200 calendars - pretty good for our first year!

 

The only change this year is that FSSR foster moms and dads can enter pictures of their fostered Shelties. We couldn't do what we do without our wonderful foster homes, and they frequently take some great pictures of their FSSR fosters! This is in addition to pictures accepted of any Sheltie adopted from us of course.

 

Rules –

Enter your favorite picture or pictures of your Fresh Start Sheltie Rescue adopted or fostered Sheltie for a chance to be in our 2011 Fresh Start Sheltie Rescue calendar.

 

WHO: Shelties adopted from Fresh Start Sheltie Rescue are eligible for contest. New this year - pictures of Fresh Start Sheltie Rescue fosters are also eligible.

 

WHAT: Email digital photo(s) in jpeg format (at least 300 dpi) or mail photos from a photo developer. No pictures will be returned. By entering, you give FSSR permission to use your photo(s). All photos will be judged for content, composition, and creativity. We will also be looking for clarity of image (focus). No professional photos, please. A $5.00 entry fee PER PHOTO must be submitted for the photo to be entered (5.50 for entries paid with PayPal). All entry fees are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law.

 

IDEAS: Holiday pictures (Christmas, Easter, Halloween, etc.), vacation, Shelties at play, etc. Let your imagination run wild! Be creative and capture your Sheltie at his or her best!

 

WHEN: Accepting entries now through September 10, 2010.

 

WHERE:
Option #1 - email photo(s) to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and PayPal entry fee(s) ($5.50 [5.00 plus PayPal fee] to freshstartsheltierescue@yahoo.com).

Option #2 - email photo(s) to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and 'snail mail' entry fee(s). 

Option #3 - 'snail mail' photo(s) and entry fee(s).

 

For options #2 and #3 please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for the mailing address.  For all options copy and paste the entry form below and send it in with your entries.

 

WHY: Winning photos will be featured in our 2nd annual Fresh Start Sheltie Rescue 2011 Calendar and will be available for sale at the Fresh Start Sheltie Social in October. (calendars will also be for sale through the website andon eBay). Don't miss your chance to support your favorite rescue and have a chance for your Sheltie to WIN a spot in the calendar! Photos and entry fees must be received by September 10, 2010 or they will not be entered into the contest. Judging will begin after September 10th by a panel of 5 volunteers made up of FSSR board members and foster parents. If you have any questions, please contact Kim Fike at  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Teri Mitchell at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

 

NOTE: If you do not wish to enter the contest and would like to help, we are gladly accepting donations to help with printing costs.

 

Click below to see the entry form...

 
Dylan Print E-mail
On Hold
Last Updated on Wednesday, 25 August 2010 19:40

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Dylan is a shaded sable male approximately 18 months old.  He's currently on hold until he can undergo heartworm treatment.  He's recovering quite well from his neutering and is very active with his foster siblings.  Despite his smaller size at around 15 pounds he's fearless when confronted with his 35 pound Sheltie-sister's "love taps".  Dylan is also very fortunate--he was on death row and was rescued two days before being euthanized!  He'll be available after his heartworm treatments are complete.

 

See the full photo gallery below...

 
Madison Print E-mail
Available
Last Updated on Thursday, 05 August 2010 07:32

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Madison is a sable-colored female that's somewhere between 5 and 8 years old.  She was shaved, but her coat will be growing back.  She's slightly overweight, but her foster mom is working on getting her down to a normal weight.

 

See the full photo gallery below...

 
Spencer Print E-mail
On Hold
Last Updated on Thursday, 26 August 2010 17:19

Spencer is approx. 3 years old. He is a sable male who was given up by his owner in central Arkansas who bought him and found him to be too shy. They didn't want to work with him and decided to turn him over to rescue. Spencer was shaved due to extreme matting, but is slowly growing hair. He's still shy and will need some help learning to socialize with other people and dogs. He has been fully vetted and is already neutered but will be on hold for a bit to get socialized. He is good with other dogs, and is housebroken. He doesn't know what toys are, and he loves treats. Spencer needs a home that understands life is not scary, and being a dog can be fun!!

 

See the full photo gallery below...

 
China Print E-mail
Available
Last Updated on Thursday, 15 July 2010 10:46

China

 

6/7/10 - China is a tiny Sheltie - she's a sable female weighing only 9.5lbs! She's a little shy, as she lived her life in a puppy mill. She's learning to live inside, and is about 6 years old. She came in with Muffin, and she will need to get her teeth cleaned and spayed, then she will be ready for adoption. She is a little shy, but likes to take treats from your hand. She is working on housebreaking, and has had all her shots and heartworm preventative.

 

See the full photo gallery below...

 
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