THIS WEEK AT VRC

SMALL ACTS OF KINDNESS GO A LONG WAY

I wanna take this time to thank everyone who’s donated time, money, supplies, or just helped spread the word about our mission. Seriously, we couldn’t do any of this without you! Whether it's taking a dog for a walk, giving a few bucks, or sharing a post, every bit really does add up and make a difference. You’re helping these dogs heal, find happiness, and eventually their forever homes, and that’s huge. Thanks for being part of our pack and for everything you do to give these pups the life they deserve!

TOO CUTE NOT TO SHARE

Slobbers and Drools,

Tia Torres

THE ADOPTABLES

Meet Bogo, a 4-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer with intelligence and energy to spare! Bogo is as sharp as they come and would thrive in an active home that shares his love for the outdoors. Whether it’s hiking, running, or exploring new trails, Bogo is your perfect adventure buddy, always eager to learn and impress. With his people-loving personality and trainability, Bogo is ready to become your loyal, energetic companion on all of life’s adventures!

Meet Dirk, a lovable 8-year-old with a big heart and a playful spirit! Recently, Dirk had some mass cell tumors removed, but he’s healed up and ready to find his forever family. With a slapstick personality and a knack for inventing his own games, Dirk is guaranteed to keep you smiling. He’s also a huge lap dog who adores snuggling, giving kisses, and having morning "conversations" over breakfast. Dirk is ready to settle into a loving home where he can spend his golden years sharing warmth and joy!

To adopt Bogo or Dirk and learn more about other adoptable dogs at Villalobos click below.

VRC SPONSOR PROGRAM

KELSEY NEEDS A SPONSOR

Meet Kelsey, a resilient little survivor whose journey touched all our hearts. First spotted in a Mississippi gas station parking lot with her back leg turned backwards, it was clear she’d been through something terrible. Locals had been feeding her, but she remained too scared to approach anyone. When we received her photo, we knew we had to help, and after some advice from VRC's own Lizzy, a kind-hearted woman borrowed a trap and finally rescued this lost angel. Kelsey arrived at VRC, where she underwent life-saving surgery, but her fear of the world remained.

Just when we thought there was no hope, a miracle happened. Desiree, one of our longtime employees, stepped up to foster Kelsey, welcoming her into a loving home filled with other senior dogs and “unadoptables.” Now safe and surrounded by friends, Kelsey has blossomed in Desiree’s care. Although Kelsey remains timid with others, she’s found her forever home at Dez’s house, where she will be loved and cared for along with the rest of VRC’s “oldies but goodies.” Kelsey needs a sponsor to help cover her ongoing care, so if you feel moved by her story, consider joining her journey by becoming her sponsor and supporting her new life.

To sponsor Kelsey, or any of the other dogs in our sponsor program, click below.

VRC dog sponsors get access to a private Facebook group moderated by Tia.

FIND OUT WHAT TANIA HAS BEEN UP TO

I'm thrilled to tell y’all about a new podcast featuring my daughter, Tania, and Villalobos team member, Katie! But they are so much more than that. Get to know them and their story through The Dry Cauldron, a podcast for women by women, diving into topics like recovery, addiction, relationships, self-help, mental health, wellness, co-parenting, and all things spooky. This mom and stepmom duo invites you along as they share their journeys and insights, opening up about the highs, lows, and everything in between. Now available on Spotify, join Tania and Katie as they conjure up a spellbinding journey to becoming the most enchanted versions of themselves.

CITY BEAT

Meanwhile, we're still hard at work moving our dogs to the new country property and breaking down the warehouse. It's a huge transition for us and the dogs, but we’re confident that this move will provide an even better environment for our rescue efforts.

And we couldn’t be prouder of the VRC kids, who recently set up a booth at their school's Fall Fest! They took the opportunity to spread the word about our adoptable dogs, sponsorship programs, virtual adoptions, and our YouTube channel. Watching them share the mission of rescue with their peers was truly inspiring. Their passion and excitement were contagious, and they did a fantastic job raising awareness and educating their school community about the work we do. It was a joy to see the next generation stepping up and sharing the message of rescue!