Animals

❤️ Meet Gucci - A Little Dog with a Whole Lot of Heart ❤️

BEAUFORT, SC... I know I sound like a broken record when it comes to irresponsible dog owners, but French Bulldogs are a very specialized breed with significant medical needs. As adorable as they are, they require constant attention because of their breathing issues and the many health problems that commonly affect the breed.

💔 LAWRENCEVILLE, GA... Meet Penny 💔
 

There is broken... and then there is Penny.
 

Our tiny 4.5-pound, one-year-old munchkin endured injuries so devastating that we don't even want to imagine what she has been through.
 

Penny was found barely able to move on Annistown Road in Snellville, Georgia. A Good Samaritan rushed her to a local emergency hospital, where she was later transferred to Gwinnett Animal Welfare before making her way to Noah's Arks Rescue.
 

The extent of her injuries is heartbreaking. Penny suffered multiple pelvic fractures, a sacral wing fracture, a sacrocaudal dislocation, a severe tail injury where the tail was pulled away from her body, profound anemia, and was painfully thin. Nearly every structure in her tiny pelvic region had been damaged.
 

The surgeons were amazed that she was even able to move. Because her little body was so fragile, the first priority was performing extensive imaging to determine exactly what was broken and whether surgery would even be possible. She remained hospitalized while her anemia improved and her body had time to stabilize before any decisions could be made.

One of the most disturbing injuries was to her tail. Based on the nature of the damage, the surgeons believe it was caused by severe traction to the tail. Whatever happened to Penny, it was catastrophic.
 

For the past six weeks, Penny has remained on strict cage rest while receiving around-the-clock medical care, rehabilitation, proper nutrition, and endless love. Tiny dogs like Penny are especially vulnerable. Whether through abuse, neglect, accidents, or rough handling, they can suffer life-changing injuries because of how incredibly fragile they are. That is why we are extraordinarily careful when placing little dogs into adoptive homes. They deserve families who truly understand just how delicate they are.
 

Everyone involved in Penny's care is amazed that she survived. Given the severity of her injuries and her tiny size, she has overcome incredible odds.
 

Today, Penny is healing beautifully.
 

We have gradually reduced her pain medication, and she now spends much of her day with her best friend, Spud. Wherever Spud goes, Penny happily follows. Walking beside him has become part of her rehabilitation, helping her rebuild both confidence and strength.
 

Even more encouraging, Penny is walking without obvious signs that her gait has been permanently affected by all of the fractures and dislocations. She will remain on restricted activity for another month before follow-up X-rays determine how much healing has taken place and whether any surgery will ultimately benefit her.
 

At this point, we have no intention of operating unless it is truly in Penny's best interest. If she continues to walk comfortably and live without pain, we will leave well enough alone. Right now, what her little body needs most is time to heal, rebuild muscle, and regain bone strength.
 

Penny's medical expenses have been significant. Emergency care, hospitalization, advanced imaging, specialists, rehabilitation, medications, and follow-up care have all added up quickly.
 

If you are able, please consider making a donation to help give Penny the best possible chance at a long, healthy, and happy life.
 

Every dollar goes directly toward saving dogs like Penny, who have nowhere else to turn.
 

Thank you for caring about Penny and the many abused and neglected dogs at Noah's Arks Rescue. We receive no government funding and rely entirely on the generosity of individual donors to provide the lifesaving care our precious pups deserve.
 

❤️ Jennifer Smith
President, Noah's Arks Rescue

💔 LAWRENCEVILLE, GA... Meet Penny 💔
 

There is broken... and then there is Penny.
 

Our tiny 4.5-pound, one-year-old munchkin endured injuries so devastating that we don't even want to imagine what she has been through.
 

Penny was found barely able to move on Annistown Road in Snellville, Georgia. A Good Samaritan rushed her to a local emergency hospital, where she was later transferred to Gwinnett Animal Welfare before making her way to Noah's Arks Rescue.
 

The extent of her injuries is heartbreaking. Penny suffered multiple pelvic fractures, a sacral wing fracture, a sacrocaudal dislocation, a severe tail injury where the tail was pulled away from her body, profound anemia, and was painfully thin. Nearly every structure in her tiny pelvic region had been damaged.
 

The surgeons were amazed that she was even able to move. Because her little body was so fragile, the first priority was performing extensive imaging to determine exactly what was broken and whether surgery would even be possible. She remained hospitalized while her anemia improved and her body had time to stabilize before any decisions could be made.

One of the most disturbing injuries was to her tail. Based on the nature of the damage, the surgeons believe it was caused by severe traction to the tail. Whatever happened to Penny, it was catastrophic.
 

For the past six weeks, Penny has remained on strict cage rest while receiving around-the-clock medical care, rehabilitation, proper nutrition, and endless love. Tiny dogs like Penny are especially vulnerable. Whether through abuse, neglect, accidents, or rough handling, they can suffer life-changing injuries because of how incredibly fragile they are. That is why we are extraordinarily careful when placing little dogs into adoptive homes. They deserve families who truly understand just how delicate they are.
 

Everyone involved in Penny's care is amazed that she survived. Given the severity of her injuries and her tiny size, she has overcome incredible odds.
 

Today, Penny is healing beautifully.
 

We have gradually reduced her pain medication, and she now spends much of her day with her best friend, Spud. Wherever Spud goes, Penny happily follows. Walking beside him has become part of her rehabilitation, helping her rebuild both confidence and strength.
 

Even more encouraging, Penny is walking without obvious signs that her gait has been permanently affected by all of the fractures and dislocations. She will remain on restricted activity for another month before follow-up X-rays determine how much healing has taken place and whether any surgery will ultimately benefit her.
 

At this point, we have no intention of operating unless it is truly in Penny's best interest. If she continues to walk comfortably and live without pain, we will leave well enough alone. Right now, what her little body needs most is time to heal, rebuild muscle, and regain bone strength.
 

Penny's medical expenses have been significant. Emergency care, hospitalization, advanced imaging, specialists, rehabilitation, medications, and follow-up care have all added up quickly.
 

If you are able, please consider making a donation to help give Penny the best possible chance at a long, healthy, and happy life.
 

Every dollar goes directly toward saving dogs like Penny, who have nowhere else to turn.
 

Thank you for caring about Penny and the many abused and neglected dogs at Noah's Arks Rescue. We receive no government funding and rely entirely on the generosity of individual donors to provide the lifesaving care our precious pups deserve.
 

❤️ Jennifer Smith
President, Noah's Arks Rescue

Lawrenceville, GA...I am seeing more abused and neglected tiny pups than ever before. In all my years of rescue, the little ones were usually the ones people protected and looked after. Sadly, that no longer seems to be the case. Over the last few months, we have rescued far too many small dogs that have been seriously injured and left to fend for themselves.

🐶💕 RESCUE LIFE 🐾

💛 Friends Through the Years at Noah’s Arks Rescue 💛

The cuddle buddies. The kissers. The chaotic wrestlers. The “how are you two even friends?” pairs.

These are a few of the friendships made over the years — a mix of dogs still with us, happily adopted, and forever in our hearts.

Whether it’s just a summer fling or a friendship that carries on through the years, these are the bonds rescue life is made of — and none of us forget them.

These are just a few of many pairs we have spared and cherished through their life filled with Joy, Happiness and pure Love.  

Consider donating to the wonders that go behind the scenes in everyday Life at Noah's Arks Rescue.  


— Noah’s Arks Rescue 💛✨

BEAUFORT, SC…Sometimes the best intentions do not translate into what is truly best for an animal. Adorable Rocky is a 3-year-old Yorkie rescued from an abusive situation by a neighbor who wanted nothing but the best for this tiny pup.

GREENSBORO, NC… Everyone knows how bad a toothache can be. It can bring grown men to their knees. Now imagine having 24 abscessed teeth. You would rather be shot than live with that kind of pain. That is what our sweet Gwen had been living with for most of her life. I have seen a lot of dental disease in rescue, but nothing even close to how bad Gwen’s mouth was.
 

The vets believe Gwen is somewhere between 7–10 years old, but no one knows for sure because her mouth was in such terrible shape. When I first agreed to take her, I thought she was a tiny five-pound stray that just needed a vet visit and some groceries. I drove to Columbia, SC to pick her up, and from the moment I put this gentle little soul in my car I knew something was very wrong. The smell from her mouth was overwhelming — I had to roll the windows down the whole drive. She was coughing and sneezing and clearly felt awful, so she went straight to the veterinary hospital.
 

For the next five days poor Gwen was incredibly sick with a bad upper respiratory infection and terrible abscesses in her mouth. She was basically one big infection. What many people don’t realize is dental disease isn’t just about bad teeth. The bacteria spreads through the bloodstream and can damage vital organs. I honestly don’t know how Gwen was still alive. Eating had to be incredibly painful, yet this little girl would still wag her tail. Seeing that tiny wag when she felt so bad just about broke my heart.
 

It took weeks to get Gwen stable enough for anesthesia so the surgeons could finally help her. Once she was strong enough, she went into surgery for hours. In the end 24 teeth had to be removed, leaving her with only six. She was swollen and sore at first, but once those infected teeth and abscesses were gone you could tell she finally felt relief. We are still battling a sinus infection from all the bacteria that had spread, but Gwen already feels so much better.
 

Sweet doesn’t even begin to describe this girl. After everything she had endured, she still trusted, still wagged her tail, and still believed someone would help her. Thankfully she was right.
 

Now we need a little help for Gwen. Her medical bills are huge and rescues like ours simply cannot do this without donations. Please consider donating if you can. Dogs like Gwen would never get this kind of care without a rescue willing to step in and give them a chance.