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# Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary

## Sitemaps

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## Posts

- [Blog](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/resources/blog/)
- [Creating the Best Dog for YOU](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/creating-the-best-dog-for-you/) - Establishing boundaries with any new animal is important. There are behaviors and tendencies that will only cause misery and strife in even the best relationship. At the end of the day, we as pet parents just want what is best for our pets, and what is sustainable for our families. But what are the appropriate
- [So You Want to Start an Animal Rescue](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/so-you-want-to-start-an-animal-rescue/) - "I wish I could do what you do." With every rescue introduction, we are confettied with praise and well wishes. Every animal lover dreams of a world where animal shelters are empty and all the animals have a proper environment to live and thrive. With every ASPCA commercial comes the waves of "if only I
- [What you can do About Animal Abuse](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/what-you-can-do-about-animal-abuse/) - Two different animal hoarding and cruelty cases have been reported in the past week in the Seattle - Tacoma area. 36 dogs were seized from a home in the Midland area last week, the second time authorities have taken animals from the same home. On Thursday, over 200 animals were seized from a hoarding situation
- [10 Reasons to Quit Tinder and Foster a Pet](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/10-reasons-to-quit-tinder-and-foster-a-pet/) - Who's ready to quit Tinder (and Bumble and Hinge and all the rest) and find true happiness in the wild? Online dating is a drag, and has only been made harder in the times of the ongoing COVID pandemic. There has to be an easier, less stressful way to meet your match without swiping through
- [Why I Clean Up Other People's Dog Sh*t](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/why-i-clean-up-other-peoples-dog-sht/) - Let's start by saying the obvious: 2020 has been a terrible decade. From the raging fires across the world to the social unrest to the most important election in our lifetimes (VOTE!), a lot of hope has been lost and a lot of cynicism has taken hold. Unless you started the pandemic rich, you're most
- [The Truth About Adopting a Puppy](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/the-truth-about-adopting-a-puppy/) - Go check out your Instagram feed, and guaranteed you know someone who has acquired a puppy while in quarantine. "How cute!" you squeal, jealous that Jill from fourth grade has a fluffy new golden-doodle puppy to snuggle and play with. You watch the pictures pile up, liking and commenting on every new outfit and selfie
- [Adopt WILLOW!](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/adopt-willow/) - We've all been there. Standing at the trail head, unloading the car, heaving your full pack up over your shoulders, wishing there was some way to unload those 4 beers and make it a little easier to carry them to the peak. You ponder for a minute, "If only there was a way to enjoy
- [New Arrivals - September 8,2020](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/new-arrivals-september-82020/) - COVID has taken it's toll on all of us, and here at Resilient Hearts, the pandemic shut down has prevented us from welcoming any new groups of dogs since Valentine's Day. But after 7 long months (Weeks? Years? What day is it?), we are happy to be welcoming five new dogs this week! All five
- [Stop Expecting Too Much From Your Puppy!](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/stop-expecting-too-much-from-your-puppy/) - Positive vibes are in short supply these days. COVID times have been scary for many of us. Millions of people find themselves out of work and out of luck. A lingering doom hovers daily with the anticipation of the next news brief or press release. The world is in flux, and hope can be hard
- [The Puppies are Coming!](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/the-puppies-are-coming/) - If you have been following along at the RHAS Facebook page, then none of this is going to come as a shock. But just in case you've been missing out ... THE PUPPIES ARE COMING! August 21st, we'll be welcoming in two 5-month old shepherd mix pups. RHAS is stoked to be accepting these pups
- [Rewards of Fostering a Rescue](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/rewards-of-fostering-a-rescue/) - Bindi was a shaggy haired mutt from Georgia. She was 6 months old when we welcomed her into our home, and was clearly under-socialized. She was reluctant, skiddish, meandered on leash, and was wary of any quick motion. The first time I went to pet her, this skinny collie-mix recoiled in instant fear. I worried
- [Misconceptions of Puppy Socialization](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/misconceptions-of-puppy-socialization/) - I’ve explained before that socialization is a crucial piece of a dogs development. Properly introducing your dog the world around us will lead to your dog being a well-balanced, confident, relaxed dog and will create a healthy and long-lasting bond with you, the owner. New puppy owners commonly become to focused not the idea that socialization
- [What to Expect When You're Expecting](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/what-to-expect-when-youre-expecting/) - Congratulations, you’ve finally decided that it is time to get a dog! You’ve committed yourself to putting in the time and effort to raise, care for, properly socialize, and make it the best dog it can be! But one question still remains: What kind of dog do you want to get? The answer to that question
- [Rewards of Fostering a Puppy](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/rewards-of-fostering-a-puppy/) - Raising a puppy is hard. Sometimes days go really smoothly, others go downhill fast. But all along the way you learn plenty of life lessons, and hopefully a little about yourself. A great way to test whether you can actually have a puppy is to foster. Puppies usually go fast, so fostering a puppy usually only
- [Puppy Versus the Vacuum Cleaner](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/puppy-versus-the-vacuum-cleaner/) - Contributed by Michael and his pup, Pickle Raise your hand if your dog hates the vacuum cleaner. I’m guessing a majority of you reading this are raising your hand and wondering “Well duh my dog hates the vacuum! It’s a loud, moving monster of a machine the dog thinks is going to eat all of
- [Why You Should Spoil Your Dog](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/why-you-should-spoil-your-dog/) - Let’s be honest with each other, even the most stern efforts to keep your new puppy off the furniture, from begging at the dining table or from getting that extra treat will result in you, the owner, giving in just a little. It’s hard to resist snuggling on the couch with your new puppy. It’s
- [When should I Socialize My Puppy?](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/when-should-i-socialize-my-puppy/) - I am a strong advocate for puppy socialization. I am a firm believer that the more experience a puppy can get in that crucial socialization window (between 8-20 weeks of age), the more successful the puppy will be in life. But socializing an 8 week old puppy can be tricky. There immune systems are young
- [Canine Cuisine](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/canine-cuisine/) - Notice that your dog is becoming bored with the everyday, store bought kibble? Does your pup have a history of tummy issues or allergies from eating overly processed food? Turns out, there’s an alternative! Whole foods can make for a healthy and happy dog, and dogs ca benefit from a little home cooking every now
- [Scent Training for your Dog](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/scent-training-for-your-dog/) - Fostering puppies can be a very rewarding experience. Providing an in-home experience to an animal to relieve it from living in a shelter can enhance not only their life, but yours! When taking a dog into your home, you should look beyond the simple feedings and walks, and seriously consider some quality training for each
- [Nail Trimming for Dogs](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/nail-trimming-for-dogs/) - I woke up to this message from an old college friend this morning: Do you have tips for dogs that are super anxious/nippy when getting their nails clipped? This is actually a question I get quite often. Nail trimming can be very uncomfortable for a dog, whether it be with actual clippers or with a

## Pages

- ["Because everyone deserves a forever family"](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/) - Our mission is to save animals from high-risk shelters and unite them with their forever families in the Pacific Northwest. While Resilient Hearts operates as an animal rescue first, we have grown into a community gathering space, extending our own forever family in Seattle's Fremont neighborhood. Resilient Hearts is an LGBTQ led organization with a
- [Ooooo Big Stretch!](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/fundraising-events/) - Ooooooh Big Stretch is our playful movement series where community, connection, and puppies come together. Every class is a fundraiser for Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary, helping provide the care, medical treatment, and second chances that rescue puppies need while bringing our community together through movement. From our signature Puppy Yoga to strength-based Bark & Burn,
- [Volunteer with us!](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/volunteer-with-us/) - Volunteers are the heart of Resilient Hearts. Your time, care, and unique skills help us expand our capacity, support our puppies, and strengthen our community. Whether you volunteer once a month or every week, every level of involvement makes a difference. Volunteer Orientation Volunteer Orientation is the first step to becoming a Resilient Hearts volunteer.
- [Adoptions](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/adoptions/) - FIRST STEPS All adoptions start with filling out an adopter survey to help us get to know you, what experience you have with pets, and what you’re looking for. Surveys are processed on a rolling basis, and remain on file with us for up to one year. We consider one family/person at a time for
- [Surrender Your Pet](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/resources/surrender-your-pet/) - Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary will not always be able to accept owner surrenders and relinquishments. If you need to surrender your animal, please reach out to one of the following organizations: Seattle Animal Shelter2061 15th Ave WSeattle, WA 98119(206) 386-7387 Regional Animal Services of King County21615 64th Ave SKent, WA 98032 (206) 296-7387 Kitsap Humane
- [Resources](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/resources/) - We are dog people. We have been through the wringer with our own rescue dogs, and through the process of fostering, adopting, and rescuing our own animals. This page is for the worried parents up for the fourth night in a row with an anxious new dog. We've been there. Scroll through our blog pages
- [FAQ](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/about-us/faq/) - What requirements do I need to meet in order to adopt a dog through RHAS?You must be 18 years old or older, and you must live within an approximately 2-hour drive of our Fremont facility What is “F2A”?Foster-To-Adopt! In short, after the initial steps of submitting an adoption application/survey and having a meet and greet,
- [Foster Care Program](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/foster-care-program/) - Welcome to the RHAS Foster Community! Thank you for being part of our mission! If you're interested in fostering, you’re in the right place. What does fostering Mean with Us? Fostering is the heart of our rescue. As a foster-based organization, we rely on our community to open their homes so we can keep saving
- [About Us](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/about-us/) - We are three dedicated pet parents out to bring some good to the world. Combined, we have over two decades of animal care experience, and strive to bring a community focused approach to animal rescue. Our inspiration comes from our beautiful furbabies, all rescues from around the country! Board of Directors Erin Handley (She/Her/Dragon) President
- [Test feed](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/test-feed/) - Not able to create a Petfinder V2 access token. Please make sure your API Key and Secret are set correctly on the plugin's settings page.
- [DREAM BIG with Resilient Hearts!](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/dream-big-with-resilient-hearts/) - What is our DREAM BIG Campaign? As an organization, Resilient Hearts has never shied away from Dreaming BIG! Our goals are ambitious, and we know that our passionate community is poised to help us pull off the unthinkable! With an eye to the future, we are launching our Dream Big Campaign, our drive to raise $1,000,000
- [F.A.B. Partnership Program](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/fundraising-events/f-a-b-partnership-program/) - Our F.A.B. (Foster and Business) Partnership Program is a joint effort between Resilient Hearts and our local small business partners to help alleviate the overwhelming amounts of animals in shelters around the country. Through our partnerships, we hope to highlight the amazing small businesses that are contributing to our communities every day, while leveraging our
- [Donate!](https://resilientheartsanimalsanctuary.org/fundraising-events/donate/) - Resilient Hearts Animal Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 organization that is fully funded by donations and adoption fees. Your donations help us save animals from high kill shelters, provide them with necessary vet care, provide support to our fosters and volunteers, and help unite our rescues with their forever families. RHAS accepts donations via PayPal, and

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