Rescue Stories
Every dog that Crossing Paths Animal Rescue saves has his/her own unique story. We would like to share the following narratives that highlight the extraordinary circumstances of the rescue, exceptional actions taken by our volunteers, and/or the resilience of the dogs who we rescue.
Fragile Beginnings, Fierce Heart
Born into a challenging situation, Tiana has spirit and lots of love to give.
Mom Knows Best
When Xena's owner requested a late-term pregnancy termination, the vet discovered viable puppies and asked Crossing Paths to step in. Five premature puppies are now thriving under Xena's careful, watchful eye.
Crossing Paths rescues Grace and her 6 newborn puppies
A good samaritan fed stray dog Grace for 3 years, but she disappeared one day. Grace was found several days later having just given birth to a litter of 6 beautiful puppies.
Gracie
Gracie's neglect is appalling. She was brought into rescue by a good samaritan. Gracie was malnourished and had a giant hotspot covering most of her back.
Norse gods Disguised as Three Stooges?
Larry, Curly, and Moe each find royalty in their new forever homes!
Three Adult Dogs and 9 Puppies Rescued from a Ditch
Sadly, someone dumped into a ditch 3 adult female dogs (Aries, Aquarius, and Gemini) and 9 puppies of various ages includingPisces, Goat, and littermates Sagittarius, Leo, Capricorn, and Taurus.
A Badly Injured Tyler Makes a Stunning Recovery!
Tyler was surrendered with a deep gash in his back and the inability to use his hind leg.
The Bridge Dogs
While making their rounds, Animal Control discovered a litter of 10 Schnauzer puppies and their dad under a bridge.
Hoarded Dogs Rollo and Trina - A Bonded Pair
Rollo and Trina, 2 of 26 rescued dogs living in a hoarding house, are now socialized and ready for adoption!!!
Blondie and Her Litter
Crossing Paths rescued and rehabilitated a starving mom and her large litter. Blondie and her Summer Litter Aurora, Julian, Lake, Reef, Sailor, Flower, and Nikko are now available for adoption!
Zoe
Upon visiting the high-kill shelter, we observed a 1-year-old pup curled up in the back of her crate who refused to move. She had a huge abscess on her side.
Mr. Fluffy
On May 28, 2022, Mary Ellen Tidwell, the President and Founder of Crossing Paths Animal Rescue, received a phone call from the local high-kill City Animal Shelter.
Clara
A man approached 2 of our volunteers (Heather and Merit) at a vet’s office. He told them about a dog whose owners abandoned 2 months ago.