COVID-19 Update
UPDATE: Effective 04/06/20 there will be no interstate travel for fosters and/or adopters. For those of you who have been matched with an adoptable dog who is not in your state of residence, It will remain in the current foster home until travel bans are lifted. For those seeking to adopt, we will currently only attempt to match dogs/potential adopters who live in the same state. Intake has not ceased. A foster will need to be available in the same State as the shelter or surrendering individual. Apologies for any inconvenience but the health and safety of our adopters and volunteers is our main priority.
As COVID-19 continues to impact the global community, we at Tri State Collie Rescue (TSCR) recognize that our services are of a unique and often life or death nature. We remain fully committed to fulfilling our mission of rescuing collies, shelties or mixes thereof. However, the safety of our volunteers, supporters and adopters is always our highest priority. This is an unprecedented, challenging time that is requiring us to proactively implement some policy/procedure modifications based on information we are reviewing from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO).
Effective immediately:
Please bear with us as we are swimming in uncharted waters and the information we are receiving from governing bodies is extremely fluid at this point. Again, we are fully committed to our mission while taking into consideration the health of all those who work within our system.
As COVID-19 continues to impact the global community, we at Tri State Collie Rescue (TSCR) recognize that our services are of a unique and often life or death nature. We remain fully committed to fulfilling our mission of rescuing collies, shelties or mixes thereof. However, the safety of our volunteers, supporters and adopters is always our highest priority. This is an unprecedented, challenging time that is requiring us to proactively implement some policy/procedure modifications based on information we are reviewing from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO).
Effective immediately:
- Home visits will be suspended until further notice. If you are an applicant who does not have a vet reference, is a first time pet owner etc. and a home visit is warranted, we will be unable to complete your application until the time this suspension is lifted. If you meet other criteria in our application process and are either able to face-time, electronically send photos and/or videos we will move forward in the process. This will be decided on a case by case basis and will determined by information on your application and your initial interview
- If you are not a previous TSCR adopter, applications will only be processed in the following states: IN, KY, MD, MI, OH, PA, TN, VA and WV. The majority of our volunteers and fosters reside in these states and it will mitigate travel across multiple states, number of volunteers/transporters/adopters we have on the roads, etc. Previous adopters outside these areas are welcome to re-apply, but must be willing to drive to pick-up their new family member and will be responsible for the return should there be any issues.
- Volunteers/fosters who have experienced illness such as fever, cough, shortness of breath or flu-like symptoms will not be utilized until they are symptom-free for 2 weeks or have received a negative Covid-19 test.
- Approved adopters with an identified adoptee who develop illness such as a fever, cough, shortness of breath or flu-like symptoms must immediately notify TSCR that their adoption needs to be placed on hold until they have been symptom-free for at least 14 days or have received a negative Covid-19 test. We will make every effort to ensure your match remains available for you when you are well unless you decide to postpose for an indefinite amount of time.
- TSCR will also be adhering to any Federal or State regulations enacted moving forward
Please bear with us as we are swimming in uncharted waters and the information we are receiving from governing bodies is extremely fluid at this point. Again, we are fully committed to our mission while taking into consideration the health of all those who work within our system.
It's that time of year again .......
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Attention Kroger Shoppers! Help TSCR every time you shop!
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Kroger Fundraising Program
Kroger had just made it easier to donate to your favorite charity just by using your Kroger Plus card! You don't have to buy re-loadable gift cards anymore. Instead, go to http://www.kroger.com/communityrewards and register your Kroger Plus card. You will be able to link your shopper card to Tri-State Collie Rescue. Then all you need to do is shop just as you usually would, but with each purchase Kroger will donate a percentage of their Community Rewards to TSCR. You will need to renew your choice of charity annually each April, but we will let you know when the time comes by posting a reminder on the Tri-State Collie Rescue Facebook page. Linking your card to TSCR won't affect how your card works. You won't be charged a single penny and your coupons and fuel points will all work exactly the same as they always have but every time you use your card, you will be helping to rescue collies in need!
Kroger had just made it easier to donate to your favorite charity just by using your Kroger Plus card! You don't have to buy re-loadable gift cards anymore. Instead, go to http://www.kroger.com/communityrewards and register your Kroger Plus card. You will be able to link your shopper card to Tri-State Collie Rescue. Then all you need to do is shop just as you usually would, but with each purchase Kroger will donate a percentage of their Community Rewards to TSCR. You will need to renew your choice of charity annually each April, but we will let you know when the time comes by posting a reminder on the Tri-State Collie Rescue Facebook page. Linking your card to TSCR won't affect how your card works. You won't be charged a single penny and your coupons and fuel points will all work exactly the same as they always have but every time you use your card, you will be helping to rescue collies in need!
The Love of a Senior Dog....
As I write this article, he is stretched out on the couch next to me with his head on my lap. I wistfully look down at him and our eyes meet. There is no relationship that is as solid as ours and no eyes that capture my heart like his do. He is the man that every woman dreams of! He loves long walks at leisure, doesn't mind watching chick-flicks, and never
complains about my cooking. In fact, he just about sounds too good to be true, but he's not. And the good news is that there are thousands more where he comes from. For a man this perfect look no further than your local shelter or rescue.
You aren't going to find this type of guy in the puppy room though. This is a type of love and calm devotion that only a senior dog can bring you. Sadly many people over look these wonderful gems though when searching for their perfect companion, and what a misfortune that is. Senior dogs make great companions for a number of reasons.
1) Senior dogs are calmer and less energetic than younger dogs. They don't require the constant attention and redirection that puppies and younger dogs demand. In fact they are often just content being in your presence doing whatever it is that you're doing.
2) They usually come with some amount of basic training such as house training skills and simple obedience commands. And if they don't? Never mind that old adage: You can't teach an old dog new tricks. In fact seniors are easier to train that younger dogs because their attention span, focus, and impulse control is greater than that of a puppy.
3) Older dogs often settle into a household quicker than a puppy because they already know how to get along in a family unit and relish the comfort of routine.
4) From the first moment you spend with a senior dog you will have a fairly good idea of what type of companion you are getting . He won't get any larger than he is at your initial meeting and his developed temperament will give you an immediate glimpse as to how he will fit into your household.
Let us know you if you are interested in any of our available seniors at: http://www.tristatecollierescue.org/adoptables.html.
complains about my cooking. In fact, he just about sounds too good to be true, but he's not. And the good news is that there are thousands more where he comes from. For a man this perfect look no further than your local shelter or rescue.
You aren't going to find this type of guy in the puppy room though. This is a type of love and calm devotion that only a senior dog can bring you. Sadly many people over look these wonderful gems though when searching for their perfect companion, and what a misfortune that is. Senior dogs make great companions for a number of reasons.
1) Senior dogs are calmer and less energetic than younger dogs. They don't require the constant attention and redirection that puppies and younger dogs demand. In fact they are often just content being in your presence doing whatever it is that you're doing.
2) They usually come with some amount of basic training such as house training skills and simple obedience commands. And if they don't? Never mind that old adage: You can't teach an old dog new tricks. In fact seniors are easier to train that younger dogs because their attention span, focus, and impulse control is greater than that of a puppy.
3) Older dogs often settle into a household quicker than a puppy because they already know how to get along in a family unit and relish the comfort of routine.
4) From the first moment you spend with a senior dog you will have a fairly good idea of what type of companion you are getting . He won't get any larger than he is at your initial meeting and his developed temperament will give you an immediate glimpse as to how he will fit into your household.
Let us know you if you are interested in any of our available seniors at: http://www.tristatecollierescue.org/adoptables.html.
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Ivermectin and Multidrug SensitivityAll owners of Collies and herding dogs should be aware of the possibility of severe (up to fatal) sensitivity of these dogs to certain drugs. Please click here or on the image to the left for more information.
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About Tri State Collie Rescue (TSCR)TSCR, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, is an all-volunteer, foster-based Collie rescue based in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Tennessee and West Virginia, with volunteers also located in Illinois and Pennsylvania. Our rescue provides veterinary care and temporary homes for owner-surrendered, stray, neglected or abused dogs. We work with shelters to pull collies and shelties in need of rescue.
TSCR strives to help collies and shelties, one adoption at a time. We are always in need of foster homes, as well as donations to care for the dogs in our care. Donations needed include monetary funds to pay for veterinary care, as well as donation supplies, such as collars, leashes, crates, food and toys. |
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