Animal Rescue
While we do not have a shelter, we have initiated and/or aided in the rescue of stray and/or abused animals. We have helped to connect lost animals with their guardians, arranged for transportation of animals to temporary shelters, and worked with local animal agencies to ensure that all animals
are treated humanely.

DOG HOME MAKEOVER PROJECTS
“UNCHAIN MY HEART”

The Toby Fund has created a new program to get dogs off chains and give them comfortable kennel and/or yard space. In a pilot program, we helped O’Rian, a retriever mix in Glendale, move from the chain to a fair sized kennel. Our second case was a pit pull named Remedy. Remedy was on a chain most of the time and had inadequate shade and shelter.

Although we normally serve only rural areas, we worked with The Rogue Valley Humane Society on this Grants Pass dog to see how our new program would work out. Thanks to many concerned citizens, a cooperative landlord and a creative, skilled maintenance person, Remedy’s chain (complete with two padlocks) was cut and she now relaxes in a shaded kennel. She is no longer vulnerable to dog attacks or human harassment, both of which she experienced while chained. Her guardian thanked us, and those who love her shed a few tears of gratitude that this sweet-natured dog, after many months on a chain, can relax and feel free and be protected.

To donate fencing materials to our new “Home Fund” or to volunteer for our work crew or report a chained dog, call Toby’s Line 541-866-2527. Send checks marked “Home Fund” to The Toby Fund, PO Box 222, Wolf Creek, OR 97497, or donate through this website.

PORTER: A 10 year old boxer/pit mix, Porter was chained virtually his whole life. Mischievous (after all, he had been on “America’s Most Wanted” since he went with his first guardian, a car thief, to “work”), this cutie with incredible personality was tied to a tree at his O’Brien home except for occasional trips to the river. Porter now frolics in his 16’ by 16’ yard made of stock panels discounted and delivered by Farmer’s Feed and Pet Supply in Grants Pass (thanks, Tony).

His dad, Mark and Mark’s son Jimmy put up the yard, Mark calling us—“Porter is in his yard, ready for his picture.” His mom, Patricia says, “it took him a while, now he plays, jumps and acts much younger.” Porter loves his new life! Releasing a dog from continual tethering brings joy to the dog and to his/her human family. This simple work changes lives.