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Cookie needs a forever home!
Chelsea Syverson fosters Cookie to get her ready for adoption. Meet Cookie. Grateful Rescue is fostering this sweet girl until we can find her a forever home. She was on the euthanasia list at an Indianapolis shelter. Learn how Grateful Rescue came to the rescue. Go to GratefulRescue.org to meet adoptable animals, volunteer with us and get updates on our animal sanctuary under construction in Muncie, Indiana. APPLY TO ADOPT
Watch the Pit Stop in action at the track
Thanks to all of the race fans who visited Grateful Rescue's Pit Stop tent at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. We raised money to save homeless Pit Bulls and build them housing. Click here to make a donation.
Al Unser, Jr. and race fans dine to help Grateful Rescue
Thank you, Big Woods Restaurants Speedway for Dine to Donate! A total of $1300 in sales, raising $260 for Grateful Rescue's mission to save animals. Additionally we raised $500 with the silent auction and free will donations!! $760 FOR THE PITTIES!! Thank you to Al Unser, Jr. for spending time with fans at the event.
The Grate Tail-Wagging Fest
Join us for a day in the park on Sunday September 13 with tail-waggin' dogs and Grateful Rescue supporters at Morrow's Meadow
Rescue owner's dogs provide comfort during her cancer journey
Grateful Rescue founder Pamela Terhune joins Patty and WISH-TV anchor Stacy Schooler to talk about her cancer challenge, and how the dogs in her care have helped her to cope. She has nine dogs in her house that provide therapy during her recovery! Pamela also discusses how the rescue is moving forward with her May 7 Project Pit Stop fundraiser, which will provide shelter for pit bulls at the Muncie shelter. Watch her Inspirational and motivational story here.
Dogs give her comfort
After a cancer diagnosis and ongoing treatment, Pamela Terhune refuses to slow down her mission of saving animals in need. Her strength, courage, and unwavering dedication will move you.
Pamela Terhune's Journey: Battling Cancer with Love and Support
A Heartfelt Update from Pamela April 5 update: Pamela Terhune sits down with Patty Spitler to share a health update. With Reesie by her side, Pamela opens up about her surgery and how her dogs have helped her through this challenging period. Watch the video above! Facing the Challenge March 7 update: You may have noticed I haven’t been as active lately. I’ve been trying to process some news I recently received. Now, I’m ready to share it with all of you whom I love dearly. I
Essential Tips for Adopting a Cat: Your Journey to a Furry Friend
Bringing a cat into your life is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have. I still remember the first time I opened my heart and home to a furry companion. It was pure magic! But adopting a cat is more than just picking a cute face. It’s about commitment, love, and understanding. If you’re thinking about adopting, you’re in the right place. Let me share some essential tips that will make your journey smooth, joyful, and full of purrs. Why Adopting a Cat Is a Beautif
Romeo has fairytale adoption ending
On this inspiring episode of Grateful Rescue TV, viewers witness the life-changing power of fostering, adoption, and community compassion. From Dobby — a once-abandoned dog thriving in foster care — to Marina, a gentle companion saved from euthanasia, each story reveals how temporary homes give animals the stability they need to heal and find their perfect families. The program also celebrates heartwarming success stories like Butter, a stray puppy who found a forever home th
The puppy named after Bobby Weir
When a rescued pregnant dog named Paisley gave birth to puppies, Grateful Rescue's Pamela Terhune gave each puppy a cute name. Learn the story behind a puppy named Bobby!
Memories of Bobby Weir and My Mother
My favorite memory with Bobby involves my mother. When the band's bassist, Rob Wasserman, got married, I had an invite plus one and took Mom. The wedding was small, in an old mansion in Oxford, Mississippi, near the Ole Miss campus. The party moved from a library before the wedding to a hole-in-the-wall bar after the wedding on the campus. When it was time to go back to our hotel, about 6 of us were all trying to get in the car to ride back with Bobby. It was a convertible, s
'Grateful' for Grateful Dead founding member Bobby Weir
Bobby Weir - founding member of the Grateful Dead. Fans mourn his death but his legacy lives on. In music, in friendship and throughout the animal welfare community. From Grateful Rescue right here in Muncie, Indiana… to farm sanctuaries across the country, we’ll look at the impact Bobby Weir had on people saving animals. We truly are Grateful for Bobby Weir.
Marina needs a home
Marina is a lab/pitbull mix and is absolutely the sweetest pup ever.
PHOTOS: Rescue pets show pride for IU Champions
Dogs (and one cat) are showing off their I.U. pride - browse the gallery and add you own photo in the comments box below.
My memories of Bobby Weir and why he was special to me
Pamela Terhune, founder of Grateful Rescue, is a Deadhead. Not only did she follow the Grateful Dead band around the country, she also became friends with the band members, including founder Bobby Weir, who died recently. Here is her tribute, edited by Rita Rose. Please indulge me while I honor Bobby Weir by sharing some of my favorite memories from over the years. MEETING BOBBY: I met Bobby in 1996 (a year after Jerry Garcia’s death) after befriending a girl by the name
Pixie's a puppy mill survivor PLUS cats introductions
We are celebrating a wonderful anniversary. Let's look back on a very special day at Grateful Rescue and Sanctuary. A group of female dogs were rescued from horrible conditions and nonstop breeding from an Amish farm. After weeks of rehabilitation and love, it was time for the new pet parents to meet their dogs. We'll catch up with Pixie, one of the puppy mill rescues. KJ McGlinn, Your Kitty Correspondent, shares grounded, real-world tips for introducing cats. Learn h
My memories of Bobby Weir and why he was special to me
Pamela Terhune, founder of Grateful Rescue, is a Deadhead. Not only did she follow the Grateful Dead band around the country, she also became friends with the band members, including founder Bobby Weir, who died recently. Here is her tribute:
Stock Car Driver Zachary Tinkle and his Pug, ZuZu!
Zachary Tinkle has joined our rescue team - one that will save Pit Bulls and find them forever homes.
Bert's book shares life lessons for all of us!
Bert is a former shelter dog who is on a mission to be the Best Guy at All Things. As self appointed Neighborhood Watch Captain, he is always looking for ways to be a Good Citizen. Whether it's greeting his neighbors at the coffeeshop, practicing his manners around dog friends, or trying to stay out of trouble at home, Bert is learning to navigate life as a pit bull mix whose ultimate goal is to be the best at it all.
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