Posts by Lynne Bengston

Elijah’s Story

Two weeks ago we visited one of our partner shelters and met Elijah. I will never forget that moment. He was standing there in his kennel, with the bottom half…

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Hutch’s Story

Hutch’s whole life changed just two weeks ago.  He had been living outside with his mom and littermates.  They had no real home.  Hutch kept wandering into the street and…

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Gus’ Story

Just a few hours after the transport van left The Safe House on New Year’s Eve, we met Gus. His swollen, raw face was hard to see…it was clear he…

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Norman’s Story

Norman was found hopelessly stuck in kudzu vines, unable to free himself.  It was clear that he’d tried hard to get out, but with every attempt he made to loosen…

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Owen’s Story

Owen arrived at The Safe House a tiny pup, just barely over 2 lbs.  He was also without the use of his hind legs. He had been dragging himself around…

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Callum’s Story

Some dogs arrive in such rough shape that it takes your breath away.  Poor Callum came to Safe Hands after being hit by a car.  Alone, dehydrated, emaciated, and unable…

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