Bare Paws Rescue
Mission Statement

We are a group of individuals who are dedicated to the rescue, care and re-homing
of Chinese Cresteds in need.  We provide compassionate aid, veterinary care and
loving temporary homes while working on finding the ideal permanent situation for
each dog.  We also work to educate the public about the breed so that there may be
fewer Chinese Cresteds needing to come into rescue.  
Welcome to Bare Paws Chinese Crested Rescue.  We hope you enjoy
your visit and will consider becoming a volunteer or donating to help
these wonderful little dogs.  Every little bit of your time and/or money will
be greatly appreciated by them and us!

If you have any questions about the breed, need assistance with training
issues or just want more information, please contact us.
ABOUT PUPPY MILLS

This is Amy, a sweet little Chinese Crested girl who
spent many years in a puppy mill, producing repeated
litters of puppies.  She lived in a little cage in a barn
with no sunlight, no exercise, and, saddest of all, no
affection or love.  Fortunately, she was one of the
lucky ones who was rescued from her situation.

But there are still millions of dogs living hopeless
lives in puppy mills.  Since the majority of mills sell
their puppies to pet stores, the best way to put an end
to puppy mills is to stop buying puppies at pet stores.  
You are not "rescuing" that puppy, you are creating a
larger market for the puppy millers.  Please consider
rescue and help bring an end to the deplorable puppy
mill trade.

Amy was one of the lucky ones-she got out.  Her days
are now filled with sunshine.  Please help others who
haven't been so lucky-yet.
Volunteers and Foster Homes are always needed!
See "How you can help"
Chinese Cresteds are a lively little
breed that enjoy many activities.  
Here is River enjoying just a few:
Swimming...
...playing fetch...
...and, of course, snoozing in the sun!
(courtesy Diane Milstein)
(courtesy Julie Wells)
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NEW!  We have added a
page for you to make
donations in memory or
honor of someone.   When
you make a donation,
please state who it is in
honor or memory of and
provide us with their
address.  We will add their
name to our Honors and
Memories page, and send
them an acknowledgement
of your gift.  It is a nice way
to make a difference
during the holidays, too!  
Please click the link below
to visit:
Honors and Memories Page
Do you know of a Chinese Crested in need of rescue?  Please let us know!
(All information is kept confidential)
Looking for interesting gift
ideas?  Visit our
Links Page!
Bare Paws Rescue is a proud member of Rescue Alliance of
Hairless & Other Breeds, Inc., a 501(c)3 organization.  If you
would like your donation by check to be tax deductible,
please make it out to Rescue Alliance.
Cresteds are very festive little dogs, too!  Here
are Geoffrey and Pony enjoying the 4th of July.
(
courtesy Lisa and Tammy Walston)
Bath-time fun!
(Courtesy Lisa and Tammy Walston)
PLEASE PREVENT HEARTWORM DISEASE

Elvis was a beautiful, joyous little dog.  He had spent his
entire life, 3 years, in a hoarder's backyard in a little
cage.  One day he was lucky enough to get out and was
turned over to our rescue, and his happy new life
began.  He learned about toys, which he absolutely
loved, and soft beds.  His days were filled with running
around exploring all the wonders of his new life of
freedom.  You couldn't find a happier little soul.

Unfortunately, he was diagnosed with heartworm
disease from being unprotected for those 3 years.  
Heartworm treatment is extremely difficult and painful,
but Elvis faced it like a trooper.  Sadly, treatment is also
very dangerous, and Elvis tragically lost his battle
against the disease.  

Heartworm disease is painful and nearly always fatal, yet
it is
so easily prevented.  Simple, inexpensive monthly
pills are all it takes to protect your dog. PLEASE don't let
your dog face the dangers of heartworm-keep them on
heartworm preventative.  Elvis's death will not be in vain
if people can learn about the dangers of the disease and
make sure they protect their dogs because of his story.  
And that would make Elvis very happy indeed.
Elvis searching for his favorite toy
Elvis
Please help Bare Paws by buying or renewing all your magazine
subscriptions using the link below.  The rates are the same or less
than you will find elsewhere, and Bare Paws gets a whopping 40%
donation from each subscription:  
MAGAZINE FUNDRAISING
Please vote for us in The Animal
Rescue Site Shelter challenge.  
The top rescue or shelter in each
state wins $1000!  Visit The Animal
Rescue Site using the link below,
then click the button to donate
the free food, which opens the
voting page.  Click on the voting
button at the top center, then
enter "Bare Paws Rescue" and
the state of NH.  Remember to
vote every day, and please tell
your friends!