CAROLINA POODLE RESCUE
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December 24, 2012
My husband and I have adopted three dogs over the past years from CPR. Each time, we drove from St. Louis, MO to South Carolina. Our first was Olivia, a Standard Poodle who was rescued from a puppy mill. I had the joy of watching her grow into a self-assured, happy member of the family. The second (Elsie) was a Standard Poodle puppy who was born at the shelter (Momma dog was pregnant when she arrived). Elsie was given the love, attention and training to make her a healthy, happy addition to our home. Our third, Anni, was a rescue from a hoarding or puppy mill situation. She was nursed back to health by Dreamweaver staff. We are privileged to have her in our home and be able to watch her as she grows more confident in herself and her role in our "pack." I have watched this organization grow and develop over the years. The staff and volunteers are exceptional. Each dog is evaluated, provided with necessary medical care, housed in appropriate quarters at Dreamweaver Farm, socialized, loved, and prepared for the time when they find their "forever home." I have the greatest admiration and respect for Donna Ezell and the staff (both paid and unpaid) who go so far beyond expectations to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home the furbabies who need their help so desperately. A first-class organization that deserves our support.
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
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2012
December 8, 2012
I am an international fan of Carolina Poodle rescue and have twice driven about 700 miles each way from Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, to adopt. In June 2010, I met a young woman at a local street festival called Woofstock, in Toronto with my two old black standard poodles in tow. She had the most gorgeous two-year black boy called Dante - calm and relaxed ever with the crowds, he looked just like my Simon. When I asked about the kennel she got him from she said, "no, I got him from Carolina Poodle Rescue in South Carolina two months ago"!!!! She described the thorough vetting and caring approach to the adoption - a good fit for a forever relationship between human and dog was the major outcome. In September, I decided to apply as Simon and Gypsy were 15 years old and I wanted to bring a new family member home while they were still able to help him adjust. When I was approved (through an interview with a marvellous volunteer in Florida! and checking my references) I started the drive south. Throughout the process, I kept mentioning that my preference was a black male because Simon was already living with two divas (Gypsy and me) - but at one point on the journey, I called Donna, the Director, and told the story of adopting Simon. All the other puppies were jumping all over me the way puppies do; he looked at me, sat under the kitchen table as I played with the others and finally came over to kiss my hand before returning to sit under the table. He had chosen me - and he was my best friend for the rest of his life. So when I arrived late one Friday night, Donna brought out the first dog - a female black and white parti! She hopped up on the chair, crossed her paws and analysed me from across the room. When I offered a treat, she came over, took the treat and went back to the chair. I saw a couple of other dogs, but when Donna told me that she had never done that before, I knew that SHE had picked me and we came home together. Fast forward eight months: Gypsy and Simon were both failing and I knew that I would be lucky to have them another six months. I went on the CPR website and saw a gorgeous sandy red giant teddy bear of a poodle. In May, we all drove down again (this time with my niece). Again it was love at first sight. We stayed a few days to volunteer at Dreamweaver Farm - caring for new puppies, cleaning up poop in the pouring rain, all the fun things that volunteers at shelters do to help these wonderful creatures that depend on us. When Simon became very ill, we headed home so that he could see his special park one last time. He rested his head on Rowan (the new redhead) all the way home. The people at CPR are some of the finest in my world at least - and in the world's of the hundreds of dogs they help every year. As I live in Canada, I cannot claim a tax receipt, but I donate to CPR anyway. I will be returning over the years just because I feel so at home there. CPR is an outstanding organization, thanks to the leadership of Donna Ezzell. It's motto is one that should define how we deal with all of the vulnerable creatures we meet through life: One by one until there are none.
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
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2012
December 7, 2012
I found Carolina Poodle Rescue November 2011 after l lost my poodle Toby. I had always purchased my poodles as pups, but since we are very much older seniors, I did not want a puppy but had to have another poodle. I found the process this organization has to qualify adopters was much superior than most. The care they give their dogs and other animals is excellent and loving. I can't tell you how many volunteers work with this group giving their time and money. I glady give my time and money when needed. Once you start helping you can not stop if you care about animals. I can not praise this organization and the volunteers enough. I have adopted a Yorkie and taken a 14 year old toy poodle that needed a home also have fostered two poodles. I would do more if possible as this organization holds my heart.
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Life-changing
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Very Well
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
December 7, 2012
My first experience with Carolina Poodle Rescue began in January 2012. We drove 750 miles through 8 states with my 7 little special needs geriatrics in tow. This is when we met our Max, a two year old apricot Standard Poodle that was an owner surrender with a request for euthanasia because he was special needs. In April we adopted Jake, a 5 year old Chocolate Standard Poodle with the same special need as Max. They both have Addison's. Jake's family tearfully surrendered him to CPR. Both of our boys have had extreme reductions in medications and are now at very low doses. They are so happy and healthy that you'd never even be able to tell that they had medical conditions! We didn't stop at two Standards. in July, Fitzgerald, a 5 year old White Standard joined our family and as a surprise, Double, a 6 year old Red Standard came along too! They are Beautiful and a joy. CPR, it's staff, members and volunteers are all top notch and priority one is the dogs. It is more than an organization, it truly is a family!!
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
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2012
December 7, 2012
What really drew my boyfriend and I to Carolina Poodle Rescue (other than the poodles) is the fact that their animals live on a farm with plenty of space to run and play. Besides sleeping in crates, they are not confined to small spaces almost 24/7. They are also well-socialized and temperament tested. I was a nervous first-time adopter, especially since the process can be very daunting with rescues...but CPR enthusiastically and quickly got me through the screening process. They didn't make me feel like I was incompetent or some psycho trying to get a hold of one of their dogs. I had such a great feeling about the CPR staff that, once approved, my boyfriend and I traveled over 7 hours to CPR from Virginia to meet with their sweet poodles. Instead of having to look and ask to meet some of the animals, they got to know what we were looking for in a pet and brought in LOTS of dogs for us to, well, play with! I was unsure I was going to find the right dog that day, but they brought in a former stray they had only had for about two weeks to help socialize her...and we knew she was the one. I continue to keep in touch with this wonderful rescue and its large family via Facebook and know that my next poodle will most likely come from CPR. Thank you CPR for my sweet Winnie!
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
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2012
December 7, 2012
Carolina Poodle Rescue has brought me two Poodles who other wise might have been destroyed. These dogs have changed my life. Carolina Poodle Rescue rescues dogs from all over the East coast and beyond from shelters who cannot keep the dogs for whatever reason and might have been put down. When they get the dogs (at their own expense) they have them looked at by their vet and make sure they are in good health. If not, they will care for the dog until it is well. They also have the dog neutered. At that time they will attempt to find a forever home for the dog. They are very particular in where the dogs go. Their adoption process is very strict as they desire the dogs are going to the very best possible place for them to thrive in a loving atmosphere, sometimes for the first time in their lives.
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
December 7, 2012
We adopted two babies from them and this place is TOP notch!!!
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Life-changing
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Definitely
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Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
December 7, 2012
My 10 year old daughter, Kimberly got me into the Caroling Poodle Rescue family. Kimberly began volunteering this past summer, and because of her age, she needed me to stay by her side for safety. What I have witnessed has truly been a blessing. Kimberly has a mild anxiety dissorder that sometimes makes it difficult to relate to those of us 2-legged animals. But we have discovered that she is right at home with the 4-legged folks. She has been to therapy and is medicated for her condition, but the biggest improvement has come over the past few months since she discovered CPR. I sincerely thank every CPR friend and family member and the wonderful staff at Dreamweaver Farm. The staff does a perfect job of making her feel "useful" by giving her a great blend of puppy playtime and meaningful chores. I see first-hand how well these animals are loved and cared for. I've watched them carefully screen adopters to look for just the right match. I've seen them hold, hug and kiss the animals as if they are the most precious gift. CPR doesn't just rescue and rehabilitate dogs. They do so much more.
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Definitely
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A lot
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Very Well
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Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
December 7, 2012
When I was looking at several rescue organizations for a poodle to adopt, this group responded immediately. I went through what I thought was a thorough adoption application process. When I drove 3 states away for the first meeting, all went as had been explained. They took into consideration my expectations, desires, household activity level and brought out 4 or 5 dogs to sniff and mingle with us. What turned out to be a wonderful standard poodle chose my 9 yr old lab, my husband and me for his home. We returned (after the labrador died) so we could maintain the 2 dog household and a dear female those to leave with us. Donna Ezzell is phenomenal and she gathers volunteers who are just as invested as she. I only wish I I felt like my dog capacity was unlimited and could take more off her hands right now!!
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Life-changing
Did the organization use your time wisely?
Very Well
Would you recommend this group to a friend?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
December 7, 2012
Louise had lived in four places before me. She was only 20 months old, skinny and timid. But I could see a young girl who was waiting for the transformation of a lifetime. Not only was Louise in a desperate situation, so was her sister LuLu. Thanks to Carolina Poodle Rescue (CPR) in Pacolet, South Carolina, Louise and LuLu found their "fur-ever homes." Today, Louise travels wtih me to help promote reading and writing to students as part of my "author life." LuLu is a service dog for the lovely lady who adopted her. Without CPR, these beautiful, smart poodles likely would have died. In fact, a CPR volunteer took them from another shelter because the people working there feared that both would die. When they were given up for adoption, they quit eating, drinking, and would only lie on the floor -- totally bereft and scared. Their story is just one of the hundreds of happy stories that emerge from CPR each day, each month, each year. The staff and volunteers with CPR are angels on Earth who literally go the extra mile to help dogs and people in need. Louise has brought so much joy to me and the thousands of students whom we visit every year. We also take Canine Freestyle Dancing, and Louise and I visit an area nursing home regularly where the elderly residents adore her. Without CPR, my life would be dull indeed ... and, for Louise -- I can't begin to imagine what would have happened to her. She is a blessing in my life and in the lives of many others!
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Life-changing
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Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
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