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Creating a community of Kindness where healing happens on both ends of the leash. 🐾

Community comes first. Saving dogs. Changing people.

Education, early support and careful rescue are how we build it. Trying to make rescue less necessary. Hi, I’m Domenica, founder of Legacy Paws Rescue, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to saving the lives of senior and special needs dogs. My life has been an unwavering commitment to both animals and people, shaped by resilience and an absolute belief in the power of a second chance. My journey started early. As a child, I organized my first fundraiser, collecting donations in my neighborhood to deliver to our local animal shelter. I knew then my purpose was to give a voice to the voiceless. I pursued this passion professionally, working my way up from groomer's assistant to veterinary technician. Along the way, I learned firsthand how transformative love and medical care could be, especially for the most broken souls, like Lizzy, a dying bait dog whose strength and forgiving spirit changed my life forever. Service, Sacrifice, and a New Calling
My dedication to service extended to my country. I am proud to be a disabled veteran of the United States Air Force. Following my service, I completed nursing school and became a Registered Nurse (RN). My dream of becoming a psychiatric nurse practitioner was tragically cut short by a devastating accident that ended my nursing career. That heartbreaking pivot forced me to redefine my purpose. I channeled my commitment to care into new paths, including becoming a Court-Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for foster children. Navigating a deeply challenging custody situation in my own life strengthened my resolve and opened my eyes to the broken systems people face, fueling a new dream: creating a recreation center for children. Legacy Paws: Where Healing Begins
Legacy Paws Rescue is the culmination of this journey—a reflection of every challenge, every act of service, and every belief I hold dear. It’s more than just a safe haven for animals; it’s about creating a community where two souls—one paw and one heart—can heal together. Here, every life is valued, every dog gets the medical care they deserve, and every soul has the chance to build a lasting legacy of love. Thank you for being part of this journey with me. Together, we can create a kinder world—one paw, one heart, and one life at a time. With love and gratitude,

Domenica

10/09/2026

Buying a t-shirt or a tote isn't the most heroic thing you'll do for a dog. But it does pay a vet bill.

Our Halloween merch is up. Every dollar we earn goes straight into care: the intake exams, the meds, the dental that's been waiting, the dog who came in with more problems than paperwork.

You'll get a shirt you'll reach for throughout the fall or a tote you'll use year round. Our dogs get the care they need, along with a second chance.

Link to the store in the first comment.

And now: tell us (or better yet, show us) what your pup is going as for Halloween!

10/08/2026

It's me, Domenica Robbins, the crazy chick that started Legacy Paws! I have been stressing the hell out worrying about paying for Piper's surgery and finding volunteers for our programs that I figured I wanted to have some laughs!

Because, I sure could use some right now!!

So, give ChatGpt a picture of yourself and this command: "Based on my photo and vibe, what kind of dog breed would I be, and what would I look like?"

This is what I got.....

You give me Rottweiler with a little wild-hearted adventure dog mixed in. 🐾
Not the dog that sits pretty because someone told it to. The one that has a huge heart, a stubborn streak, a protective instinct, and absolutely no interest in pretending to be something it isn't.
I picture you as a shaggy black-and-tan dog with expressive brown eyes, a slightly mischievous grin, a plaid bandana, and a look that says, “I have absolutely no idea what we're doing, but let's go find out.”
Loyal. Resilient. A little rough around the edges. Soft where it matters. And happiest when there's a purpose behind the adventure.
Basically, a Rottweiler soul in an adventure-dog body. ❤️

(Yes, I got the cake challenge and it gave me the idea!! lol Thanks Alex Robbins)

10/04/2026

WE HAVE THE RECEIPTS. WE DON’T HAVE THE MONEY IN RESERVE. 💔🐾

Piper’s second TPLO surgery will be scheduled soon, so we want to give you the honest breakdown. Her first surgery was in July, and after a long recovery, we are nearing her next surgery.

We have the receipts, and this is what they say:
• Each TPLO procedure is quoted at $4,200-$4,600.
• That quote includes pre- and post-op X-rays, rechecks, an E-collar, sling, initial medications and hospitalization.
• Piper also needs an orthopedic specialist consult and pre-op screening.
• Vet care costs are up roughly 43% since 2021.

The estimated total cost of Piper’s care is $9,856.00. That includes getting her through both surgeries and the care surrounding them.

As of today, raised so far: $1,903.50
Still needed: $7,952.50

Surgery #1 went on my personal credit card because Legacy Paws Rescue is a veteran-owned nonprofit with no reserve fund. I am doing everything I can to keep Piper moving toward the life she deserves, but I can't do this part alone.

Piper is an adventurous, goofy girl who loves hiking, car rides, creek splashing, and playing fetch. She deserves to get back to the happy, active life she loves, with four strong legs carrying her wherever the next adventure takes her.

If you can help, donate here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/piper-isnt-done-fighting-and-neither-are-we

If you can’t donate, share her, then share again. Every share helps us reach the person who can help Piper take her next step. 🐾

09/30/2026

As Su***de Prevention Month comes to an end, we want to leave you with a reminder that shouldn’t end with September. 💛

Keep checking in. Keep reaching out. Keep listening. Keep choosing kindness.

At Legacy Paws Rescue, we believe that a community of kindness can make a difference—not just for the animals we care for, but for the people around us, too. Sometimes a simple “How are you really doing?” can mean more than we realize.

Our founder has experienced this reminder in a deeply personal way. Domenica once covered her Jeep in chalkboard paint and invited people to write the names of loved ones they had lost to suicide—a moving tribute that gave people a space to remember, honor, and bring awareness to lives that mattered.

We may be a dog rescue, but our mission has always been about more than dogs. It’s about compassion, connection, and creating a community where no one feels forgotten.

Su***de prevention is not just a conversation for September. Let’s keep having it. Let’s keep showing up for one another. And above all, let’s keep choosing kindness. 🐾💛

If you or someone you know is struggling, you don’t have to face it alone. In the U.S., call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

***dePreventionMonth

09/15/2026

🚨 I MESSED UP. PLEASE READ BEFORE DONATING.

On my birthday, my son donated to Piper.

He was charged an extra $50.

My son struggles for money himself. He was trying to help one of my dogs.

I trusted a fundraising platform someone recommended to us. I should have looked into it more carefully. I'm sorry.

So we're BACK to Zeffy.

And Piper is running out of time.

🐾 $3,500 short for her first TPLO
🐾 3½ weeks until her second TPLO
🐾 Another $5,000 needed

And the surgeries so far?

On my personal credit card.

If you've got $5, Piper needs it.

If you don't, SHARE HER.

I explain exactly what happened — and why we're switching back — here:

👇🐾 https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/piper-isnt-done-fighting-and-neither-are-we

Let's get this girl through both knees. ❤️

09/15/2026

Happy Toofy Tuesday! 😁🐾
Piper would like you to stop scrolling for a moment and admire her VERY IMPORTANT TOOFERS. 🦷✨

She’s got a smile that says, “Yes, I know I’m adorable. Now, where are the treats?”

Piper has been waiting a long time for her forever home, but right now, she’s taking a little detour on the road to adoption. Both of her knees need TPLO surgery. She’s already made it through the first surgery, and now she needs her second one before she can get back to doing the things she loves: hiking, exploring, splashing in creeks, playing fetch, and generally being a 70-pound goofball. 🥾 ⚾🌊

She isn’t available for adoption just yet because her health comes first. Once she’s healed, she’ll be looking for an active, experienced dog person who wants a hiking buddy, adventure partner, professional cuddler, and occasional bath supervisor. 😆
And while Piper is working on getting her knees back in working order, her human minions at the rescue are working on the $9,300 needed for her second surgery. But getting her there is a team effort, and every little bit helps. Even a small donation—or simply sharing Piper’s story—can help. ❤️🐾

👉 Read Piper’s Story: https://www.legacypawsrescue.org/piper
🎁 Help With Piper’s Surgery: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/piper-isnt-done-fighting-and-neither-are-we
📝 Thinking about Adopting or Fostering? Take our Dog-Matching Quiz: https://www.legacypawsrescue.org/dog-match-quiz
📸 And now we want to see YOUR TOOFERS. 😂🦷

Drop a photo of your dog’s best silly smile, snaggletooth, blep, underbite, overbite, missing tooth, giant fang, tiny fang, or general “I have no idea what my mouth is doing” face in the comments.

Because Piper should not have to be the only dog showing off her questionable dental decisions today. 😂
Let’s see those toofs! 🐶🦷👇

09/10/2026

DAY 2 😂🐾

Okay… so apparently I say “ummm” A LOT. 😂

This is the shortened version of my big recap of everything that’s been happening with Piper recently... where we’ve been, where we’re going, and what’s been going on behind the scenes.

I may have left a few things out… mostly because the full, unbleeped version is over on Patreon. 😉 https://patreon.com/LegacyPaws?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

And of course, Piper had to get the last word in about waiting for the vet. 😂🐶

If you want the whole conversation... the longer version, the unfiltered version, and all the stuff I couldn't fit here... come join us on Patreon.

👉 Full unbleeped video is waiting for you there.

Because sometimes there’s just WAY too much to fit into a Facebook post. ❤️🐾

09/09/2026

🚨Count the Umms- Help a dog walk!🚨

😂😂😂

Apparently, I say “ummm” A LOT.

So instead of being embarrassed by it…

🐾 WE'RE MAKING EVERY UMMM COUNT.

I recorded a 10-minute, completely uncut video about Piper, what's happened, what's next, and the very real, very messy middle of trying to get her walking without pain.

And apparently… there are A LOT of umms. 😂

So here's the challenge:

👉 Go to our BRAND NEW Patreon and watch the full video.
👉 Count my umms.
👉 Donate $1 for every one you count toward Piper's surgery.

👉HELP PIPER:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/piper-isnt-done-fighting-and-neither-are-we

Can't donate? COUNT. GUESS. COMMENT. SHARE.

Because I don't just want you to see another dog who needs help.

I want you to meet Piper.

The creek-loving, Jeep-riding, ball-chasing girl who deserves to run again.

👉 WATCH THE FULL VIDEO ON PATREON:
https://patreon.com/LegacyPaws

🎨 First 50 tiered Patreon members get a FREE Legacy Paws Coloring Book.

And if you're worried about my inability to speak…

I'm taking Network Build Grow's storytelling class with Melissa Taylor.

Pray for Melissa. 😂

Now go count my umms.

How many do you think there are? 👀🐾❤️

09/08/2026

PUPPY UPDATE ❤️🐾

First, I just want to say THANK YOU to EVERYONE who stepped up today and offered to foster this sweet girl. Seriously. Today has been absolutely CRAZY, and I’m so grateful for everyone who reached out.

I’ve been back and forth with Piper at the vet getting X-rays because she is right in the middle of her surgeries, and I’ve been worried about her and trying to make sure she’s okay. So I haven’t been as available today as I wanted to be.

But I wanted to finally catch everyone up…

WE HAVE A FOSTER FAMILY FOR HER! ❤️

She is going to be safe, and that is a HUGE relief.

This is exactly why I want to build a real, strong foster network for Legacy Paws.

If we already have foster families who are part of our network, I don’t have to make an emergency Facebook post every time a dog needs somewhere to go.

So if you offered to foster today, please still fill out our Foster Application! We absolutely want you in our network even though this particular puppy has a foster home now.

https://www.legacypawsrescue.org/foster

Thank you to everyone who showed up for this little girl today. ❤️

Rescue is messy sometimes. It doesn’t always happen according to plan. And today was definitely one of those days.

But she is safe.

And that’s what matters. 🐾❤️

🆘 EMERGENCY FOSTER NEEDED!!!

She is roughly 4 months old. She is not micro chipped and she was found wearing a light pink collar on Greycrest Drive which is off the corner street of Long Island and Eulalia Lane at about 7:30 PM Monday evening.

Address

Catawba
Catawba, LA
28609

Telephone

+13184223750

Website

http://legacypawsrescue.org/, https://www.legacypawsrescue.org/experiences, https://a.co/0fGKbLx3, https://www.legacypaw

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