Pet Tender Angels Rescue and Rehabilitation

11/06/2026

Gabby sadly lost her first adoptive family, but has found a new family to love her.

11/05/2026

Meet Finnegan💙🐾 We hope his forever family is out there!

Finnegan is one of the sweet pups at Pet Tender Angels Rescue in Landrum, South Carolina, hoping to find a loving home of his own.

Every dog deserves a safe place to land, a warm bed, a full belly, and a whole lot of love. And thanks to Lori Jewell and her incredible team at Pet Tender Angels, dogs like Finnegan are getting the care and second chances they deserve.

We sent a little something for Finnegan and his furry friends, and we’re so happy to support an organization doing such amazing things for dogs in need. 💙

Could Finnegan be your new best friend? Or do you know someone who might be his perfect match? Help us spread the word by sharing his story!

🐾 Learn more about Finnegan and the other dogs at Pet Tender Angels: pettenderangels.org

11/04/2026

🐾 Update on Rey Rey 🐾
We are heading home from the ER, and I wanted to share an update on our sweet boy.
After seeing the specialist, all signs point strongly toward a prostate infection (prostatitis)—which completely aligns with the symptoms he’s been battling, even while on antibiotics.
The Game Plan:
We are heading back up to the hospital at 9:00 AM tomorrow to meet with an internal medicine specialist. They will perform an ultrasound, flush out his prostate and culture to confirm what we’re dealing with, and put together a solid, long-term treatment plan.
The Good News:
Through all of this, Rey Rey is showing just how tough he is. He is not systemically infected—he has no fever, his appetite is completely normal. He is definitely experiencing some pain and discomfort and dealing with a lot of bleeding from the prostate, but his system is holding strong.
Looking Ahead:
As part of getting him fully through this, we have made the decision to go ahead and neuter him once his infection has cleared. Rey Rey remained intact because of his unique condition, and I always felt surgery wasn't right for him unless an absolute medical necessity arose. Well, this is that moment. Doing this now will drastically help prevent future recurrences and keep him safe and comfortable down the road.
We’re going to tackle tomorrow head-on and get our boy through this. Thank you all for checking in on him! Signed, his scared but relieved momma. 😔

11/04/2026

11/04/26 An update on our sweet Rey Rey: he hasn't been well since the weekend, and even though we had an ultrasound scheduled for the 20th, we knew we couldn't wait any longer. We are currently at Fetch ER getting an emergency ultrasound today. Please keep him in your thoughts while we wait for answers, and we'll keep everyone posted.❤️🙏
Medical Update on Sweet Rey Rey 10/26/26🐾
​Rey Rey’s health journey has hit a bit of a bump, and we could really use your continued prayers. He continues to struggle with persistent urinary crystals and infection.
​He was recently started on a new diet to help dissolve the crystals (though it's only been a few weeks, so we're giving it time). We also had to switch him from his initial antibiotic to a heavier-duty round of Baytril after the first one didn't quite do the trick.
​Unfortunately, Rey Rey had a setback over the weekend and passed a noticeable amount of blood. Our regular vet did a brief ultrasound a week and a half ago without seeing stones, but advised a specialist consultation if the issue persisted. We are currently waiting to hear our vet's recommendation, but it looks like we will be moving forward with a deeper ultrasound to check for stones.
​We are praying deeply that there are no stones and no surgery in his future. Right now, I am monitoring his comfort around the clock and using both conventional and holistic care to give him relief.
​It breaks my heart to see him going through this, but we are doing everything we possibly can for him. Thank you all for loving him and keeping him in your thoughts. We'll update you as soon as we know more! 🙏❤️

10/29/2026

ADOPTED!

Update on sweet little Gabby! 🐶✨LOOKING FOR HER FOREVER HOME!
​Back in 2020, Gabby was adopted from Pet Tender Angels. One of our core promises as a rescue is that our doors are always open if an animal ever needs us again. After sadly losing her mama, Gabby returned to PTA.
​While she’s looking for her adoptive family, we’re so grateful she gets to be in a warm, comfortable home with a foster while we search for her forever home! 🏡💕
​If you have room in your heart and home for a sweet senior girl, please call us at 864-787-2498.
​A huge thank you to Amy for stepping up to foster this special girl in her time of need! 🙏❤️

10/26/2026

Medical Update on Sweet Rey Rey 10/26/26🐾
​Rey Rey’s health journey has hit a bit of a bump, and we could really use your continued prayers. He continues to struggle with persistent urinary crystals and infection.
​He was recently started on a new diet to help dissolve the crystals (though it's only been a few weeks, so we're giving it time). We also had to switch him from his initial antibiotic to a heavier-duty round of Baytril after the first one didn't quite do the trick.
​Unfortunately, Rey Rey had a setback over the weekend and passed a noticeable amount of blood. Our regular vet did a brief ultrasound a week and a half ago without seeing stones, but advised a specialist consultation if the issue persisted. We are currently waiting to hear our vet's recommendation, but it looks like we will be moving forward with a deeper ultrasound to check for stones.
​We are praying deeply that there are no stones and no surgery in his future. Right now, I am monitoring his comfort around the clock and using both conventional and holistic care to give him relief.
​It breaks my heart to see him going through this, but we are doing everything we possibly can for him. Thank you all for loving him and keeping him in your thoughts. We'll update you as soon as we know more! 🙏❤️

10/26/2026

Update on Oakley! 10/25/26🐾
​We have a quick update regarding Oakley’s health and our next steps!
​His recent genetic tests officially ruled out the neurological condition our neurologist originally suspected (though he may still be a carrier). We received an estimate for an MRI—which could run up to $4,200—and we are currently waiting to speak with the neurologist to see if an MRI will actually provide answers or a clear path to a cure before making that kind of investment.
​The best news? Oakley is not in pain and is not suffering. His symptoms are purely neurological and mild—just a bit of slight incoordination and occasional tumbling. Otherwise, he is running, playing, eating, and living his best life!
​We are at a crossroads on how best to proceed for his future and his adoptability. If we decide to move forward with the MRI, we may launch a fundraiser to help cover the costs, so please stay tuned.
​Thank you all for keeping Oakley in your thoughts and prayers! We appreciate this amazing community so much. ❤️

Update on Oakley 🐾9/23/26
To put it simply: Oakley tested as a "carrier" for the gene we were testing.
What that means: He only has one copy of the mutated gene, not two. Because the second gene is healthy, it acts as a backup, meaning he tested negative for the actual genetic disease itself.
The "dormant" part: Having one gene usually means it stays inactive/dormant and won't cause the full-blown illness, though it can't be ruled out 100%.
Bottom line: The test mostly rules out that specific genetic condition, which is good news! However, because he is still having symptoms, his neurologist recommends an MRI to look for physical or structural causes we can treat.
Please continue to say prayers. I am waiting on an estimate from the doctor's office to proceed.

Update 9/2/26: Unfortunately, the neurology team suspects Oakley may have NCL (Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis), a rare genetic disease with no cure. We are sending off genetic testing to see if he carries the two specific gene mutations associated with this condition.
Depending on what those results show, our next step may be an MRI to help rule out any treatable conditions.
This isn't the news we were hoping for, but we are taking it one step at a time to get sweet Oakley the answers he deserves. Please keep sending prayers and positive thoughts his way! 🙏🐾

Oakley is at Upstate Veterinary Specialists today for a full neurological evaluation. We’ve noticed some concerning symptoms over the past few months and are working hard to get to the bottom of what’s going on.
Please keep sweet Oakley in your thoughts and prayers today! We will keep everyone updated as soon as we learn more. 🙏❤️

10/22/2026

A big thank-you to Lowe's Home Improvement in Hendersonville, NC! 🐾
​A full pallet of donated dog food was delivered right to our doorstep, and our pups couldn't be happier!
​Extra gratitude to Doug Brooks and Jeff McDougle for making it happen, Logan for getting everything ready, and Mason for delivering it with a great smile. We appreciate you all so much! ❤️🐶