He was chipped. Someone Knew Him. But no one came.
Rooney is a 7-year-old French Bulldog who entered a crowded, high-intake shelter as a stray. He was microchipped — but even after multiple calls, no one came for him.
He waited. And when no one showed up, he ended up on the euthanasia list. Other rescues said “no”, possibly due to his age, goopy eyes or heartworm status.
Rooney had tested heartworm positive. Heartworms are preventable — but Rooney’s previous family didn’t take the steps to protect him. We refused to let their negligence cost him his life.
Rooney is now safe in foster care, but treatment takes time and the costs add up quickly — and we need help to give him the future he deserves.
Rooney also suffers from chronic dry eye and skin allergies — common issues for the breed that many French Bulldog owners sadly aren’t prepared to manage. It’s one of several reasons we are seeing more and more of them entering overcrowded shelters.
Rooney’s foster says he’s one of the sweetest, well-mannered dogs she’s ever cared for — a true gentleman and an incredible ambassador for the breed. It’s heartbreaking no one came for him, but we’re honored to be the ones standing by his side now making sure he gets the care he needs. Rooney’s life matters. His care is underway — but the cost is real, and the need is urgent.
We rescued him knowing the commitment that came with it — but we can’t carry it alone. Will you give today to help cover his heartworm treatment and ongoing vet care to make sure he gets the future he deserves?
Every dollar makes a difference — and ensures we can keep saying “yes” to dogs like Rooney who just need one more chance.
Thank you for making it possible for us to help dogs like Rooney when they are discarded by their humans. We do not believe that any pet is a “throw away”, but we truly can’t rescue them without you.
Kelley Rice
President and Founder
New Hope Animal Rescue NFP
EIN 82-1999291
kelley.rice@newhopesaveslives.org
www.NewHopeSavesLives.org