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Stray from the Heart

The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated -

About Me

Stray from the Heart is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and placement of homeless dogs. We provide shelter, veterinary care and loving homes for abandoned, lost, neglected and abused animals. We also provide training and education regarding the protection and care of animals, as well as ongoing support to the individuals and families who adopt from us.Pictures of our adoptable animals are shown on the slideshow below and under our "Pics", and are listed on our website, along with adoption information at http://www.strayfromtheheart.org/ . You can also buy Stray from the Heart products through our website.Also, check out our Canine Amigos from Ecuador project at http://ecuador.strayfromtheheart.org/ which helps to bring homeless and mistreated dogs from Ecuador to loving homes in the US.

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In May 2007, Stray from the Heart hosted Project RUFFway, a human and canine fashion show and adoptoin event. View Event Photos from Project RUFFway here

My Interests

Animal rescue

I'd like to meet:

Generous and loving people who want to rescue homeless animals.

Books:

The Other End of the Leash, The Culture Clash

Heroes:

Our founders, Toni and Beth, and all people who rescue animals.

My Blog

In Memory of Michael

When we first saw this gentle 60 lbs. 9 year old shepherd/ rottie mix, he seemed to be lost and confused...not quite sure what was happening to him or why. We went to pet him and he froze, so scared ...
Posted by Stray from the Heart on Thu, 25 Oct 2007 07:39:00 PST

In Memory of Bandit

Bandit and his sister Millie...after spending their whole lives neglected and outdoors in a junkyard, were rescued and spent the next several months in and out of kennels while they waited for ...
Posted by Stray from the Heart on Tue, 14 Aug 2007 08:41:00 PST

In Memory of Pusco

Pusco was our young-looking 12 year-old chihuahu mix that was up for adoption.   Unfortunately, Pusco passed away late Saturday night.  His foster mother was with him and prov...
Posted by Stray from the Heart on Mon, 23 Jul 2007 11:24:00 PST

Come to Project RUFFway to Support Stray from the Heart

Dear Friends,  Please come to Project RUFFway, an amazing benefit for Stray from the Heart, hosted by Project Runway's Tim Gunn along with Russell Simmons, Beth Ostrosky, Aida Turturro, and Prin...
Posted by Stray from the Heart on Sat, 05 May 2007 10:34:00 PST

A list of supplies we always need - any donation is appreciated

Being a rescue organization anywhere can be a daunting task, but trying to save lives in New York can be even more of a challenge. We are always in need of the things that many people take for granted...
Posted by Stray from the Heart on Fri, 09 Feb 2007 08:43:00 PST

Urgent Supplies Needed for our Dogs

An urgent need at the top of our wish list! A queen size mattress and boxspringA twin size mattressPlease contact us ASAP if you can donate at 212.726.DOGS! Thanks much!
Posted by Stray from the Heart on Fri, 09 Feb 2007 08:40:00 PST