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Fundraiser Update – We Did It!
Thanks to your incredible generosity, we’ve reached our fundraising goal for the two special-needs senior Shibas! Once again, we’re overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support from this amazing community. Because of you, these 13- and 11-year-old Shibas, who tragically lost their home when their owner became homeless, will now have a safe and loving foster home with much-needed medical care at DC SIR.
Senior Shibas hold a special place in our hearts, and we’d love to celebrate them with you. If you have a senior Shiba—past or present—please share their photo and story in the comments below. We read every single one.
While some surrenders are due to heartbreaking circumstances like homelessness or severe illness, we also see far too many frivolous reasons in rescue. That’s why we are so grateful to everyone who makes a lifelong commitment to their Shiba. Your dedication inspires us and gives us hope, even in the face of the difficult realities of rescue work.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we are changing lives! #SeniorShibas #RescueWithLove #ForeverFamily
Wow! We are absolutely amazed by the outpouring of support for the six incoming mill rescue Shibas! Late last night (2/3/25), we officially reached our fundraising goal—just in time for their arrival early this morning! Because of YOU, we can now focus on helping these pups start their new lives.
For many of these Shibas, today marks their very first bath. Each pup spends about an hour in the shower, washing away years of neglect, trimming overgrown nails, and removing urine stained fur and parasites. It’s a grueling but critical first step toward a fresh start, allowing us to check for any medical concerns. Our incredible foster mom has been up since 3 AM prepping grooming stations and holding pens to ensure each pup gets the care they desperately need.
Check out the poster to see every donor who made this possible! Every single contribution—big or small—helped us reach this goal, and we are beyond grateful. Some of you even donated twice to make this happen! You’ve changed these dogs' lives forever.
Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, and Bluesky for behind-the-scenes updates, including pictures & videos of their journey today! Each platform will have unique content, so don’t miss out!
Now, we need your help again—NAME OUR NEW SHIBAS! We love themed names, so drop your ideas below. The only rule? No repeats! Check out our full list of previously used names here: www.dcsir.org/adopted.
Meet the Newest Rescues:
2 pregnant Shibas from Arkansas (1 cream female, 1 red female)
4 Shibas from Missouri (2 red males, 2 red females)
From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU for your kindness, generosity, and unwavering support. Stay tuned for updates on these precious pups!