Min Pin Rescue

Friends of Penny – the Most Elite Dog Rescue Team Friends of Penny Min Pin Rescue, Inc. is a dog rescue to which none can compare. This rescue group’s mission is strong and unfaltering; run on solid values of unparalleled compassion, unsurpassed devotion and resolute commitment to saving and improving the lives of Miniature Pinschers. Friends of Penny rescue techniques, organization and guiding principles set them apart from any other.

Friends of Penny’s Incomparable Values Steadfastly refusing to follow the atrocious ethics of other rescues, Friends of Penny is committed: they will never turn their backs to a Min Pin in need. The values of other rescues are shocking; they are merely interested in money and “rescuing” only the young and healthy. Organizations that dare to call themselves rescues will pay no attention to the dogs in true misery: the ones who have suffered inhumane torment, the ones who’s bodies are ravaged by disease and softly weeping for help, the ones who are so famished their bodies are slowly wither away, and the older dogs who have suffered many years of anguish. Other rescues groups will act as virtual firing squads and repulsively send these dogs to their death; Friends of Penny will save these dogs. Friends of Penny devote enormous time and effort to save every single Min Pin that silently pleads for help.

Friends of Penny’s Incomparable Mission Friends of Penny never allow anything to prevent their mission and they ensure every aspect of a true rescue from start to successful finish, with strong conviction.

Friends of Penny’s Incomparable Leadership Friends of Penny was co-founded by Jeff Watchmaker, Rose Raupp and Rochelle Whitt. Each co-founder leads in their own unique way and they share all responsibilities. Offering endless and tireless volunteer work, they ensure all aspects of the mission are met. Jeff Watchmaker has deep determination that runs through his very core. Rose has a strong drive to save Min Pins that is clearly evident. Rochelle is devoted to the mission with all her strength. In addition, all volunteers are considered as equals; there are no politics or corporate drama involved in this rescue. There is no match to the commitment, compassion and resolve that guides the rescue through every mission. 100% of dedication is put toward saving the lives of Min Pins and at the same time 100% of supportive is given to every volunteer. Friends of Penny’s philosophy and values make each volunteer feel that they are part of a large extended family. There are no bounds when it comes to saving a Min Pin or in assisting a volunteer’s needs. The leadership skills of Friends of Penny keep the rescue going strong and without limits. Their noble work and efforts are never-ending to expand, develop and continue without restrictions to save any Min Pin that is in peril.

It's all about the dogs Rescue dogs come from all types of situations. When they end up in rescue it is through no fault of their own. We in rescue believe that it is our responsibility to prevent these rescue dogs from being placed in another bad situation. Therefore, we screen applicants carefully, we do vet references, home

History Our Rescue is three years old. All of our volunteers are rescuers and they all are sharing their lives with a rescued dog: they all care for and love animals. From this we hope to build a rescue any furkid could be proud of. All three cofounders have previous rescue experience with other dog rescues and business management. We started three years ago with nothing but disgust with other rescues putting money, adding personal drama, and picking the dogs they wanted to save. They would take puppies, young dogs in good condition. Older dogs, dogs with issues they passed on and were PTS with their “blessing”. We have never passed on any dog in danger of death. We have found homes for dogs with medical conditions, behavioral issues. We find the right home for each dog. We are all about the dogs. FOP has a 100% rehoming success rate. We are constantly checking on all of or adoptions. We have an unconditional guarantee to take the dog back anytime no questions asked.

Accomplishments There are lots of ways to choose a dog - we think rehoming is the best one. Friends of Penny Minpin Rescue works with you to match your needs to the needs of dogs. We know that choosing the dog that’s right for you leads to happy people and happy dogs. Within just under three years Friends of Penny has saved over 90+ dogs from death and found them wonderful homes to live out their lives. Our group consists of three founders, a management team and volunteers. Our total ranks are 43 over a few states. We mostly operate in NC, SC & VA we are moving into MD, but we have saved dogs from all states. In March 07 we had a vet-tech flying to CA to pick up two min pins scheduled to be put to sleep the next week. She is flying them back with them. Once enter rescue we will assess them, work with them and find them the right home where they may live a long happy life. All of our Min Pin’s go to their forever home completely vetted: All are spayed/neutered, all their vaccinations will be up to date, they will be heartworm negative and be on monthly heartworm preventative. If there are any other medical or behavioral issues, they are also addressed as well. The dogs’ needs always come first: Always! We always give each Min Pin everything they need, and we never let medical costs or human hours needed to be a negative factor in saving a miniature pincher’s life.

Our name has been traveling coast to coast, state to state and FOP becoming the known as the “rescuers rescue” for min pins. We get the job done!

Future Goals Our goal is a very simple one: To help the ones in need who we know about, and to pray for the ones in need who we don't know about. In March 2007 within a co-founders meeting it was decided that FOP was at a crossroad. We could stay a “backyard” rescue or become a significant organization. We understand most small business fail by growing too fast. The reality is: rescue is reactive most of the time; controlling growth would mean allowing dog to die. The choice has been made. We need to change our organization to be proactive and to be able to effectively move on a moments notice.

Phase II of FOP will be to implement the infrastructure to sustain growth, keeping the quality high, a business plan will be formally written, policies will be tightening up and a quality control will implement to control the volume.

The Extraordinary Members of Friends of Penny Min Pin Rescue The members of Friends of Penny are by no means typical dog rescue volunteers. The reason that Friends of Penny is so elite, are considered to be the “Rescuer’s rescue”, why so many Min Pins have been saved against overwhelming odds is because every member of Friends of Penny has an amazing dedication that knows no bounds.

Each member has had their own personal reasons for joining Friends of Penny; however they all have one common mission. Every member of Friend of Penny will save the life of any Min Pin regardless of the circumstances. This elite rescue team will travel any distance, go against the perverse mentality of kill-shelter staff without backing down, fight for the life of a Min Pin by ensuring medical care regardless of how extensive and will give 100% of their very life force to immediately go to the aid of a Min Pin in need.

The members have devotion so strong, so committed; some have witnessed the most repulsive cruelty of dogs that a human could possibly imagine; yet they continue without pause. The merciless treatment they see of abandoned Min Pins only makes them more determined; it gives them the power to forever continue their valiant fight.

Members have gone head-to-head with shelters. Some shelters are not run properly: they are kill-shelters that only wish to save the young and healthy Min Pins. The shelters will slaughter the older dogs, the dogs with medical problems and any dog that they deem will not make them money. In some cases, members of Friends of Penny will find that a shelter will have a twisted mindset, and attempt to hinder the rescue of certain Min Pins. That type of shelter will the delay the process of a volunteer attempting to rescue a dog, precious time will tick by; as the dogs in kill-shelters are slain at least once a week.

No matter what obstacle is put in their way, members of Friends of Penny will knock it down, go around it or jump over it. In the case of Adonis, a Min Pin who was stuck in a malicious shelter who delayed his release until he was severely ill, members gave every possible effort to save him and showed their pure, unstoppable determination.

They contacted the kill-shelter and immediately volunteered to take Adonis. When told they could not be given Adonis because of an irrelevant piece tax paper, they attempted to adopt him as a private citizen. When told they could not adopt as a private citizen, they attempted to have a taxi pick up Adonis and take him to an animal hospital. When told the taxi would not transport Adonis without a human companion and the shelter would not accompany him, they found a volunteer who donated his money to hire a private limousine for Adonis. Adonis was so overcome with illness by the time the shelter allowed his release into the limousine that sorrowfully Adonis did not survive. He is in now on the Rainbow Bridge. His legacy propels the members to fight even harder.

Member of Friends of Penny cover every aspect that is needed to ensure the rescue team runs with perfect proficiency. They receive calls daily from all over the country. Members have never and will never say no to any Min Pin in need of rescue. Transportation to save the dog will be found no matter what the circumstances. In some instances, long-distance truck drivers will assist; as they are already planning on driving from state to state. Members themselves will drive to any location, as the dedication to save dogs is their steadfast mission before anything else.

Once a Min Pin is rescued, if a foster home is not available, members will lovingly take the dog home. Members bring the dogs to all veterinarian appointments; as Friends of Penny ensures that all dogs will be completely vetted. Members review applications of the families wishing to adopt and they conduct home visits to ensure the home is dog-friendly and the match between the Min Pin and the new family is optimal. Members stay in touch with the new families and offer support, guidance and answer any questions that may arise. Most astoundingly, this is all done by money donated by the volunteers and donors. If it were not for the generous donations given by compassion people; the unthinkable would happen.

The care, compassion, kindness and shear dedication that the members of Friends of Penny possess are limitless and astounding. They have tracked through muddy swamps in search of dogs that were reportedly seen. They have amazing creativity; as one member attempted to hire blood-hounds to find a Min Pin dog that ran away from her home; as he was so terrified of people, so utterly afraid he would be hurt that he frantically ran from any human.

Members never know what condition a Min Pin will be in when rescued; this does not deter them. Members will compassionately care for dogs that are so malnourished that their bones are sticking out from their bodies, so infested with hookworms that the dogs lay suffering in agony, dogs that are so terrified of human touch that they will cower to the ground and lay as flat as they can in an attempt to not be seen. They have also rescued Min Pins that are simply tiny and alone, afraid and just needing a warm hug.

The anguish that Friends of Penny members have seen can be heart wrenching; however the miracles they see of once frightened dogs quickly becoming happy, thriving and loving companions warm their hearts. Their compassion is incomprehensible, as nothing deters them. Every member is 100% devoted to this rescue team; they are passionate about the rescue and offer high praise to their fellow rescue team members. The co-founders are unwavering in their mission and are revered as being the most considerate and dedicated leaders one would ever hope for.

The consensus of the members is adamant: Friends of Penny is a large, extended family. Moreover, they welcome new members with open arms and immeasurable support. Each member feels strongly about never wanting to let down a dog and never letting down a teammate. Unit integrity is unmatchable.

Knowing how many other rescues are poorly run and with many rescues revolving around money, the members of Friends of Penny have formed an unbreakable bond with each other. They are all connected no matter what the distance and are friends in the true sense of the word. Members have worked together to make Friends of Penny one of the most elite dog rescue teams in the country. With a team this devoted, this strong and this determined; they are unstoppable.