Finding Forever Homes: The Heartwarming Stories of Adopted Dogs from the Saskatoon SPCA Shelter

Adopting a dog can be a life-changing experience, not only for the dog but for the adopter as well. Every year, thousands of dogs find themselves in shelters, waiting for someone to come and give them a forever home. The Saskatoon Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) is one such organization that works tirelessly to provide a safe haven for these dogs and find them loving families.

One such person is Sarah, who adopted their dog, Jax, from the Saskatoon SPCA shelter two years ago. Jax was abandoned at Avalon Dog Park in Saskatoon, left to fend for herself in the freezing cold February weather. Luckily, two kind ladies noticed her and called the SPCA to pick her up.  When Sarah was at the SPCA, she was immediately drawn to her sweet nature and playful personality.

“I knew I wanted to adopt a dog, and when I saw Jax, I knew she was the one,” said Sarah.

Jax was a bit timid at first, but with patience and love, she quickly came out of her shell. Sarah amazed at how quickly Jax adapted to her new home, and how much love she had to give.

“She’s such a sweet dog, and she’s so grateful to have a home,” said Sarah. “We couldn’t imagine our lives without her.”

Sarah credits the Saskatoon SPCA shelter for providing them with the opportunity to adopt Bella. She was impressed with the care and attention that the shelter staff gave to each dog, and the commitment they had to finding each dog a loving home.

“The Saskatoon SPCA does such important work,” said Sarah. “We’re grateful for all they do to help animals in need.”

Sarah also have a special appreciation for the foster families who care for dogs until they find their forever homes.

Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area
Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area

“Thank goodness for the foster families for the work they do,” said Sarah. “I would have a hard time giving up the animal if I was a foster family. We have history as a foster family! We tried it and adopted the dog we were fostering. Some foster program I would say!!”

Sarah have become advocates for adoption and encourage others to consider adopting a dog from a shelter.

“Adopting a dog is such a rewarding experience,” said sarah. “Not only are you giving a dog a second chance at a happy life, but you’re also gaining a loyal companion who will love you unconditionally.”

Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area
Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area

If you’re considering adding a furry friend to your family, consider adopting from the Saskatoon SPCA shelter. There are so many dogs waiting for their forever homes, and one of them could be the perfect fit for you.

https://www.saskatoonspca.com/

For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park
For directions on how to drive to Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
For more information:
Blairmore Sector Plan Report; planning for the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area, George Genereux Urban Regional Park and West Swale and areas around them inside of Saskatoon city limits
NEW P4G District Official Community Plan
Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada north of Cedar Villa Road, within city limits, in the furthest south west area of the city. 52° 06′ 106° 45′
Addresses:
Part SE 23-36-6 – Afforestation Area – 241 Township Road 362-A
Part SE 23-36-6 – SW Off-Leash Recreation Area (Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area ) – 355 Township Road 362-A
S ½ 22-36-6 Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area (West of SW OLRA) – 467 Township Road 362-A
NE 21-36-6 “George Genereux” Afforestation Area – 133 Range Road 3063
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Google Maps South West Off Leash area location pin at parking lot
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Please help protect / enhance your afforestation areas, please contact the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. (e-mail / e-transfers )Support the afforestation areas with your donation or membership ($20.00/year). Please donate by paypal or by using e-transfers Please and thank you! Your donation and membership is greatly appreciated. Members e-mail your contact information to be kept up to date!
Donations can be made through Paypal, Canada Helps, Contact Donate A Car Canada, SARCAN Drop & Go 106100594 for the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.
United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration
Use the UN Decade’s Visual Identity
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Let’s Green Our Cities
“Be like a tree in pursuit of your cause. Stand firm, grip hard, thrust upward. Bend to the winds of heaven..”
Richard St. Barbe Baker

Adopt, Don’t Shop: A Look at New Hope Dog Rescue

When it comes to bringing a pet into your home, there are countless options available. From breeders to pet stores, the possibilities can be overwhelming. But what if you could find the perfect companion while also doing something good for the world? That’s where New Hope Dog Rescue comes in.

As Tami Vangool, the Executive Director of New Hope Dog Rescue in Saskatoon, SK, explains, adopting a dog from a rescue organization can have far-reaching benefits. Not only do you provide a safe and loving home for a dog in need, but you also help to reduce the demand for commercial breeders (also known as puppy mills). It’s a win-win situation that allows you to find a furry friend while also making a positive impact on the world.

Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area
Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area

But what makes New Hope Dog Rescue stand out from other rescue organizations? For starters, the organization operates on a foster-based model, meaning that every dog is placed with a dedicated foster parent who provides care and love until a permanent home can be found. This helps to ensure that every dog is matched with an adoptive family that is the right fit for their personality, energy level, and training requirements. It also means that every dog receives the proper medical care they need, from vaccinations to spaying/neutering to more extensive treatments as needed.

New Hope Dog Rescue has been rescuing and re-homing dogs in need since 2003, and the organization is committed to promoting responsible dog ownership through education and community outreach. By partnering with loving and dedicated foster parents, New Hope Dog Rescue is able to provide neglected and unwanted dogs with a safe and supportive environment, while also helping to address the overpopulation problem.

If you’re considering bringing a pet into your home, why not follow in the footsteps of Sarah and Jax and consider adopting from New Hope Dog Rescue? Not only will you be giving a deserving dog a second chance at a happy life, but you’ll also be making a positive impact on the world. Contact New Hope Dog Rescue today to learn more about their adoption process and the wonderful dogs waiting to find their forever homes.

New Hope Dog Rescue: Phone: 306.270.5944 Website: www.newhoperescue.org

For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park
For directions on how to drive to Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
For more information:
Blairmore Sector Plan Report; planning for the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area, George Genereux Urban Regional Park and West Swale and areas around them inside of Saskatoon city limits
NEW P4G District Official Community Plan
Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada north of Cedar Villa Road, within city limits, in the furthest south west area of the city. 52° 06′ 106° 45′
Addresses:
Part SE 23-36-6 – Afforestation Area – 241 Township Road 362-A
Part SE 23-36-6 – SW Off-Leash Recreation Area (Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area ) – 355 Township Road 362-A
S ½ 22-36-6 Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area (West of SW OLRA) – 467 Township Road 362-A
NE 21-36-6 “George Genereux” Afforestation Area – 133 Range Road 3063
Wikimapia Map: type in Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Google Maps South West Off Leash area location pin at parking lot
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Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map
Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map
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Facebook: StBarbeBaker Afforestation Area
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Facebook: South West OLRA
Reddit: FriendsAfforestation
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Please help protect / enhance your afforestation areas, please contact the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. (e-mail / e-transfers )Support the afforestation areas with your donation or membership ($20.00/year). Please donate by paypal or by using e-transfers Please and thank you! Your donation and membership is greatly appreciated. Members e-mail your contact information to be kept up to date!
Donations can be made through Paypal, Canada Helps, Contact Donate A Car Canada, SARCAN Drop & Go 106100594 for the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.
United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration
Use the UN Decade’s Visual Identity
Make it your own
Spread the word about the UN Decade
Let’s Bring Back Forests
Let’s Green Our Cities
“Be like a tree in pursuit of your cause. Stand firm, grip hard, thrust upward. Bend to the winds of heaven..”
Richard St. Barbe Baker

A Rescue Within a Rescue: The Story of a Dog’s Second Chance

In the heart of winter, a shivering and scared dog was found abandoned in the Avalon Dog Park. The dog was a rescue, previously adopted from a shelter with the promise of a forever home, but now left to fend for herself in the cold. But just when all hope seemed lost, a dog lover named Sarah came to her rescue.

Sarah, a seasoned dog owner, had always had a soft spot for rescue dogs, and she could see the potential in the shivering ball of fur in front of her. She took the dog in, giving her a warm and safe place to stay, and soon enough, the dog began to show her gratitude and love.

Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area
Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area

As it turned out, the dog was a quick learner, and soon became well-behaved and obedient. She loved to play and go on long walks, and she had a special talent for making those around her smile. Sarah knew that she had found a special dog, and she was determined to give her the forever home she deserved.

But just when everything seemed perfect, Sarah faced a new challenge. The dog, who had been terrified of water, would not even go near a bathtub. Sarah, determined to help her furry friend, took things slowly, and with patience and understanding, she was able to help the dog overcome her fear.

And so, the dog who had been abandoned twice, finally found her forever home with Sarah. She was no longer a shivering ball of fur, but a happy and confident dog, loved and cherished by her new family.

Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area
Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area

This rescue within a rescue is a reminder that every dog deserves a second chance, and that love and patience can work wonders. So here’s to the dog  who found a home, and to Sarah, the dog lover who gave her one. May their story inspire others to open their hearts and homes to rescue dogs in need, and to see the love and joy that they have to offer.

Next time you consider getting a pet follow in the footsteps of Sarah and Jax
New Hope Dog Rescue

306.270.5944
http://www.newhoperescue.org

Or The Saskatoon Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, SPCA

https://www.saskatoonspca.com/

For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park
For directions on how to drive to Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
For more information:
Blairmore Sector Plan Report; planning for the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area, George Genereux Urban Regional Park and West Swale and areas around them inside of Saskatoon city limits
NEW P4G District Official Community Plan
Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada north of Cedar Villa Road, within city limits, in the furthest south west area of the city. 52° 06′ 106° 45′
Addresses:
Part SE 23-36-6 – Afforestation Area – 241 Township Road 362-A
Part SE 23-36-6 – SW Off-Leash Recreation Area (Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area ) – 355 Township Road 362-A
S ½ 22-36-6 Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area (West of SW OLRA) – 467 Township Road 362-A
NE 21-36-6 “George Genereux” Afforestation Area – 133 Range Road 3063
Wikimapia Map: type in Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Google Maps South West Off Leash area location pin at parking lot
Web page: https://stbarbebaker.wordpress.com
Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map
Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map
Pinterest richardstbarbeb
Blogger: FriendsAfforestation
Tumblr friendsafforestation.tumblr.comFacebook Group Page: Users of the George Genereux Urban Regional Park
Facebook: StBarbeBaker Afforestation Area
Facebook for the non profit Charity Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. FriendsAreas
Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Facebook: South West OLRA
Reddit: FriendsAfforestation
Twitter: St Barbe Baker Charity Twitter:FriendsAreas
Mix: friendsareas
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Please help protect / enhance your afforestation areas, please contact the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. (e-mail / e-transfers )Support the afforestation areas with your donation or membership ($20.00/year). Please donate by paypal or by using e-transfers Please and thank you! Your donation and membership is greatly appreciated. Members e-mail your contact information to be kept up to date!
Donations can be made through Paypal, Canada Helps, Contact Donate A Car Canada, SARCAN Drop & Go 106100594 for the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.
United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration
Use the UN Decade’s Visual Identity
Make it your own
Spread the word about the UN Decade
Let’s Bring Back Forests
Let’s Green Our Cities
“Be like a tree in pursuit of your cause. Stand firm, grip hard, thrust upward. Bend to the winds of heaven..”
Richard St. Barbe Bak

Jax: A Rescue Dog’s Transformation

Jax was just another abandoned dog when she was first found at the Avalon Dog Park. She was timid and scared, with only a couple of basic commands in her vocabulary. But little did anyone know, this furry ball of fluff would soon blossom into a confident and loving companion, thanks to the patience and love of her new owners.

Jax’s new owners talked to her foster family. It was the foster family who gave her a bath and said there bathroom had never seen so much water- on the walls and ceiling. When Sarah, gave her a bath we knew what they went thru! Now she will go into the bathroom and sit by the shower if she wants a bath. Less stress for her and Sarah!

Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area
Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area

Despite Jax’s initial fear of water, her new owner, Sarah, was determined to help her overcome her fears and build trust. Sarah took things slow and introduced Jax to water gradually, always making sure she was comfortable and relaxed. Over time, Jax’s fear of water diminished, and she even began to place both paws on the bathtub, although she still wouldn’t jump in.

Sarah’s dedication and patience paid off, as Jax slowly became more and more confident in her new surroundings. She learned new commands and began to develop her own personality. Today, Jax is a happy and beloved member of Sarah’s family, who brings joy and laughter wherever she goes.

Jax’s story is a testament to the transformative power of love and patience. Despite her traumatic past, she was able to heal and blossom into a confident and affectionate companion. If you’re considering adding a dog to your family, remember that rescue dogs, like Jax, have just as much love to give as any other dog and often just need a little extra patience and understanding to reach their full potential.

Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area
Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area

So here’s to Jax, the rescue dog who went from being scared and alone, to a cherished member of a loving family. May her story inspire others to open their hearts and homes to dogs in need.

Next time you consider getting a pet follow in the footsteps of Sarah and Jax
New Hope Dog Rescue

306.270.5944
http://www.newhoperescue.org

Or The Saskatoon Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, SPCA

https://www.saskatoonspca.com/

For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park
For directions on how to drive to Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
For more information:
Blairmore Sector Plan Report; planning for the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area, George Genereux Urban Regional Park and West Swale and areas around them inside of Saskatoon city limits
NEW P4G District Official Community Plan
Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada north of Cedar Villa Road, within city limits, in the furthest south west area of the city. 52° 06′ 106° 45′
Addresses:
Part SE 23-36-6 – Afforestation Area – 241 Township Road 362-A
Part SE 23-36-6 – SW Off-Leash Recreation Area (Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area ) – 355 Township Road 362-A
S ½ 22-36-6 Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area (West of SW OLRA) – 467 Township Road 362-A
NE 21-36-6 “George Genereux” Afforestation Area – 133 Range Road 3063
Wikimapia Map: type in Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Google Maps South West Off Leash area location pin at parking lot
Web page: https://stbarbebaker.wordpress.com
Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map
Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map
Pinterest richardstbarbeb
Blogger: FriendsAfforestation
Tumblr friendsafforestation.tumblr.comFacebook Group Page: Users of the George Genereux Urban Regional Park
Facebook: StBarbeBaker Afforestation Area
Facebook for the non profit Charity Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. FriendsAreas
Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Facebook: South West OLRA
Reddit: FriendsAfforestation
Twitter: St Barbe Baker Charity Twitter:FriendsAreas
Mix: friendsareas
YouTube
Please help protect / enhance your afforestation areas, please contact the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. (e-mail / e-transfers )Support the afforestation areas with your donation or membership ($20.00/year). Please donate by paypal or by using e-transfers Please and thank you! Your donation and membership is greatly appreciated. Members e-mail your contact information to be kept up to date!
Donations can be made through Paypal, Canada Helps, Contact Donate A Car Canada, SARCAN Drop & Go 106100594 for the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.
United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration
Use the UN Decade’s Visual Identity
Make it your own
Spread the word about the UN Decade
Let’s Bring Back Forests
Let’s Green Our Cities
“Be like a tree in pursuit of your cause. Stand firm, grip hard, thrust upward. Bend to the winds of heaven..”
Richard St. Barbe Baker

Jax’s Story: A Tale of Rescue and Love

Jax was abandoned at Avalon Dog Park in Saskatoon, left to fend for herself in the bitterly cold February weather. Luckily, two kind ladies noticed her and called the SPCA to pick her up. When Jax’s new owners came to pick her up, they had a chance meeting with these two ladies. They had a feeling it was Jax when they saw her distinct appearance, and the SPCA soon confirmed that she was a rescue dog from New Hope Rescue.

Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area
Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area

When Jax’s new family adopted her, they knew very little about her history. Adoption agencies typically provide minimal information about the pets they place, but Jax’s foster family provided invaluable insight into her personality and quirks. They had even bought her a treat ball that she still treasures to this day!

Jax’s foster family also gave her a bath, an experience that left quite an impression on both Jax and her new family. Now, whenever Jax wants a bath, she’ll sit by the shower and let her humans know. It’s one of many ways that Jax has shown her new family just how much she trusts and loves them.

Foster families like Jax’s are an essential part of the rescue process, providing temporary homes and love to pets in need. It’s not always easy to say goodbye when it’s time for the pet to be adopted, but it’s a vital part of the work they do. As Jax’s new family can attest, it takes a special kind of person to be a foster parent, and they are incredibly grateful for the role that Jax’s foster family played in bringing her into their lives.

For Jax’s new family, it’s clear that the love and companionship that Jax brings into their lives is priceless. As they say, “I may have rescued Jax, but equally I think she rescued me.” There’s no denying the unconditional love and joy that pets like Jax bring into our lives, and we are all the better for it.

Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area
Jax the Rescue Dog, now enjoying the South West Off Leash Recreation Area

For directions as to how to drive to “George Genereux” Urban Regional Park
For directions on how to drive to Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
For more information:
Blairmore Sector Plan Report; planning for the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area, George Genereux Urban Regional Park and West Swale and areas around them inside of Saskatoon city limits
NEW P4G District Official Community Plan
Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada north of Cedar Villa Road, within city limits, in the furthest south west area of the city. 52° 06′ 106° 45′
Addresses:
Part SE 23-36-6 – Afforestation Area – 241 Township Road 362-A
Part SE 23-36-6 – SW Off-Leash Recreation Area (Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area ) – 355 Township Road 362-A
S ½ 22-36-6 Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area (West of SW OLRA) – 467 Township Road 362-A
NE 21-36-6 “George Genereux” Afforestation Area – 133 Range Road 3063
Wikimapia Map: type in Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Google Maps South West Off Leash area location pin at parking lot
Web page: https://stbarbebaker.wordpress.com
Where is the Richard St. Barbe Baker Afforestation Area? with map
Where is the George Genereux Urban Regional Park (Afforestation Area)?with map
Pinterest richardstbarbeb
Blogger: FriendsAfforestation
Tumblr friendsafforestation.tumblr.comFacebook Group Page: Users of the George Genereux Urban Regional Park
Facebook: StBarbeBaker Afforestation Area
Facebook for the non profit Charity Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. FriendsAreas
Facebook group page : Users of the St Barbe Baker Afforestation Area
Facebook: South West OLRA
Reddit: FriendsAfforestation
Twitter: St Barbe Baker Charity Twitter:FriendsAreas
Mix: friendsareas
YouTube
Please help protect / enhance your afforestation areas, please contact the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc. (e-mail / e-transfers )Support the afforestation areas with your donation or membership ($20.00/year). Please donate by paypal or by using e-transfers Please and thank you! Your donation and membership is greatly appreciated. Members e-mail your contact information to be kept up to date!
Donations can be made through Paypal, Canada Helps, Contact Donate A Car Canada, SARCAN Drop & Go 106100594 for the Friends of the Saskatoon Afforestation Areas Inc.
United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration
Use the UN Decade’s Visual Identity
Make it your own
Spread the word about the UN Decade
Let’s Bring Back Forests
Let’s Green Our Cities
“Be like a tree in pursuit of your cause. Stand firm, grip hard, thrust upward. Bend to the winds of heaven..”
Richard St. Barbe Baker

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