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Dolly’s 459-Day Journey to Hope: Your Year-End Gift Can Save More Lives in 2025


Hey Lorraine,


As we reflect on the year that’s passed, Dolly’s story is one that fills us with gratitude and hope—and reminds us of the power of your support.


When Dolly, a sweet German Shepherd, arrived at Happy Life Animal Rescue in September 2023, her future was uncertain. She had been rescued from a shelter in Louisiana, where she was not only heavily pregnant but also battling a severe case of heartworm.


Shortly after arriving, Dolly gave birth to beautiful puppies who have all since found loving homes. But Dolly’s journey was far from over. Her heartworm treatment, a costly and dangerous process, required months of strict rest and extensive medical care. Thankfully, Dolly had an incredible foster family who stood by her every step of the way, ensuring she was safe, loved, and on the road to recovery.


Now, after 459 days of care, Dolly is officially heartworm-free! This January, she’ll take the next step in her journey with her spay surgery—bringing her one step closer to finding her forever home (could it be you?).


As the year ends, will you help dogs like Dolly in 2025?


Every donation you make ensures that dogs with difficult journeys have a chance at a brighter future. Your generosity helps cover medical care, transportation, and the loving foster homes that make all the difference.


  • $50 gives a dog like Dolly a month of care and love in a foster home with food and other supplies such as heartworm prevention preventing cases like Dolly's.
  • $100 supports spaying and neutering animals to put an end to overpopulation.
  • $250 helps cover 1 round of heartwarming treatment for a dog in need (Heartworm positive dogs need an average of 4 treatments)


Your year-end gift is more than a donation—it’s a lifeline for animals in need.


Make Your Year-End Gift Today And Help Dogs Like Dolly!

Fostering: A Gift That Changes Lives

Long-term fosters like Dolly’s give dogs with challenging recoveries the time and space they need to heal. Fostering is one of the most impactful ways to help rescue animals and make a difference in their lives.


If you’ve ever considered fostering, now is the perfect time to start. Whether it’s for a few weeks or a few months, you’ll be giving a dog the best possible gift: a second chance.

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Thank You Lorraine

As we close out this year, Dolly’s story reminds us of what’s possible when we come together to help animals in need. With your support, we can create even more success stories in the new year. Let’s make 2025 the best year yet for dogs like Dolly.

Thank you for being part of this journey.


With gratitude and hope,



Roy Forster

Happy Life Animal Rescue



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