Pets with Disabilities

04/22/2025

Hilda’s journey with us at Pets with Disabilities truly epitomizes the work we do.

She came to us from a high-kill shelter—her history unknown, her temperament a mystery—but we saw something in her. We knew she wasn’t ready to leave this earth just yet. There was still a spark, still some life left in her.

When she arrived, Mike fitted her with a wheelchair, and off she went—zipping around like a puppy! From that moment on, Hilda showed us just how much spirit she had left!

This week, we unexpectedly had to say goodbye to our Hilda. She was diagnosed with gallbladder carcinoma, a battle she sadly couldn’t win and it took her very quickly.

But in the two short months she was with us, she made an everlasting impact on everyone she met. She knew exactly who her new family was and embraced every single moment at PWD with us! We will miss her nose nudges, her beautiful howl, and dodging her wheels when she was running around the yard.

She may not have been with us long, but she left pawprints on all our hearts. Run free, sweet Hilda. So sorry it couldn’t have been longer! 💔🐾

04/17/2025

**Update 4/18/25: Daisy had a setback overnight but after a change in medication she seems to be heading back in the right direction. She is not out of the woods. Thank you for all who have shared, donated, and prayed for her. She still needs your support and good vibes. **

Help Save Daisy, Our Brave Survivor: Support Her Recovery

Daisy was found critically injured after a tragic accident. She survived, but just barely. Sadly, her canine companion didn’t make it. Daisy ended up on the euthanasia list at a very busy inner-city shelter, with a timestamp of noon today (4/17/25). She needed to be out of the shelter and in the hands of a rescue that could provide the necessary medical care.

This is where we come in! Welcome to PWD, Daisy! We haven’t met you yet, but we know you are in good hands. Thanks to the quick actions of the shelter workers, a kind transporter, and the amazing work of a veterinary team, Daisy is now receiving intensive care and showing signs of real progress. She has injured lungs and several broken ribs, requiring continuous oxygen support to help her breathe and give her lungs time to heal. The prognosis is good, but the cost of her treatment is high.

Every donation helps cover her medical bills and gives her the second chance she deserves. Please consider supporting her recovery and helping her get back on her paws. Thank you for caring!

04/17/2025

**Update 4/18/25: Daisy had a setback overnight but after a change in medication she seems to be heading back in the right direction. She is not out of the woods. Thank you for all who have shared, donated, and prayed for her. She still needs your support and good vibes. **

Help Save Daisy, Our Brave Survivor: Support Her Recovery

Daisy was found critically injured after a tragic accident. She survived, but just barely. Sadly, her canine companion didn't make it. Daisy ended up on the euthanasia list at a very busy inner-city shelter, with a timestamp of noon today (4/17/25). She needed to be out of the shelter and in the hands of a rescue that could provide the necessary medical care.

This is where we come in! Welcome to PWD, Daisy! We haven't met you yet, but we know you are in good hands. Thanks to the quick actions of the shelter workers, a kind transporter, and the amazing work of a veterinary team, Daisy is now receiving intensive care and showing signs of real progress. She has injured lungs and several broken ribs, requiring continuous oxygen support to help her breathe and give her lungs time to heal. Oh, lets not fail to mention she is also heartworm positive 😒. The prognosis is good, but the cost of her treatment is high.

Every donation helps cover her medical bills and gives her the second chance she deserves. Please consider supporting her recovery and helping her get back on her paws. Thank you for caring!

04/16/2025

Another successful Drag Event is in the books, and as always it did not disappoint!

What a fun night! We appreciated everyone for attending and being such a great audience for the performers who volunteered their time and talent to help our rescue keep rolling. Thank you Tula, Ophelia Bottoms, Muffy, Coco, Regina, and Ashlee!

Thank you to the folks who donated items towards our lucky draw raffle, to Tee's Tasty Treats for the one of a kind "Drag Ken" cake for raffle, Denise Banning for liquor wagon to live auction, and Rob for the hilarious package from Uranus Fudge Factory!

A special heartfelt thank you to the amazing Rob Amos and Keith Reeves (our 50/50 man) for producing and organizing an amazing fun filled night of entertainment!

And finally thank you to our volunteers who made the event run smoothly from the beginning to end, including our set up and cleanup crew!

04/15/2025

Pop-Tart has been adopted!!

Pop-Tart now “Piper” has landed in the perfect home; quiet and with a patient fur mom and her dog that need a friend!

We could not be any happier for her and her new family!!!

We received a recent update from her new pawrent:

“Piper, previously known as Pop-Tart, has adjusted well to her new home and daily routine, forming a close bond with Benny as they take strolls along the boardwalk and snuggle on the couch.

While she has learned to use the restroom on a leash, she tends to avoid going outside during rainy weather. Piper is somewhat shy but loves cuddling with me, treats, and appreciates the security of her fenced-in yard.

She has been a wonderful addition to the family and I love seeing her thriving in our home. Thank you PWD!”

Congratulations Piper!

04/14/2025

Meet Baylee!

When we first saw her, we reached out to ask why such a gorgeous shepherd hadn't found a home or rescue interest. The shelter staff told us her temperament was wonderful—calm, affectionate, and gentle. But her list of medical needs was long: unspayed, mammary masses, heartworm positive, and possible hip dysplasia- this was probably too much for most to handle.

When she was surrendered, they noted her name was “unknown”, she had fly bites on her ears, matted fur, and was covered in dirt. Our first mission was to give her a name: Baylee, second was to get her a warm bath, and third— get her the medical attention she so urgently needed.

Baylee’s needs will be expensive, please consider a donation towards her care ❤️

04/14/2025

Good afternoon!

We are in need of paper towels, printer paper, and canned dog food at the rescue if you are able to help!

Our amazon wish list link is below ⬇️

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3EMC7G6J7F6ML?ref_=wl_share

04/11/2025

Please join us for our annual “A Toast to Pets with Disabilities” fundraiser at Bayview Hall in Chesapeake Beach, MD. This after-dinner event celebrates Pets with Disabilities and all of you that support their mission.

Our event will feature live entertainment this year – we will be featuring Felix and Fingers and their “Dueling Pianos”. This world renown group is sure to entertain and make you part of the entertainment!

This year’s event will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Bayview Hall. The doors will open at 6:00 pm and our event will be held from 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm - providing you plenty of time to mingle with other PWD supporters. Your ticket to the event includes an open wine and beer bar featuring an assortment of domestic and international beers and fine wines, buffet-service hors d’oeuvres, and luscious desserts.

General admission seating is available for $80 per ticket. Pick the table you want to sit at (and the number of seats) and complete the purchase. Please note that you are not purchasing a specific seat at that table, you are purchasing one of the seats at that table. Upon checkout, the Tix.com fees will be added to your total.

Pets with Disabilities and Bayview Hall reserve the right to modify table reservations as needed.

Our evening at Bayview Hall will feature silent auctions and live auctions in addition to the live entertainment by Felix and Fingers.

If your group or organization would like to promote your organization at the event, then please consider purchasing a sponsorship package. Your sponsorship of the event allows us to use existing funds to help those animals currently under our care. If interested in a sponsorship, please contact Joyce Darrell at [email protected]

As we are all aware, costs continue to rise for veterinary care and day-to-day support. Your attendance and support of our event are vital to continuing our mission.

We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, June 21, 2025!

04/10/2025

Indy has been adopted! 🎉🐾

After a few months of intensive care and recovery, Indy’s jaw was successfully repaired, and in between her dental work, she was also spayed.

Through it all, her amazing foster mom, Jess was by her side every step of the way—we’re so grateful for the love, care, and commitment she gave during Indy’s recovery.

Now, Indy is a happy, healthy, playful pup who’s found her forever person!

Indy definitely needed someone just as much as someone needed her—and now they’ve found each other. We receive a great update from her new fur mom:

“There was something about Indy’s profile and picture that drew me to her. I kept going back to her profile and looking at her sweet picture. I had been without a dog for 2 1/2 years and my heart was aching for another one. There was a void that nothing else could fill.

It has been about 2 weeks now, and I am in love! Indy is such a sweet girl! She loves belly rubs, things to chew on, Kongs filled with peanut butter, giving kisses, and, of course, sticking by my side. I didn’t know how much I needed her until she was here. It’s amazing how a dog can walk into your life and instantly feel like they’ve always belonged.

She has brought so much joy, comfort, and love into my world in such a short amount. She has filled that void, and we have a special bond already. I love her to pieces! Thank you PWD!”

Congratulations to Indy and her Mom and another heartfelt THANK YOU to Jess our one and only medical foster who continues to help so many pets in need. ❤️🐶

04/10/2025

Indy has been adopted! 🎉🐾

After a few months of intensive care and recovery, Indy’s jaw was successfully repaired, and in between her dental work, she was also spayed.

Through it all, her amazing foster mom, Jess was by her side every step of the way—we’re so grateful for the love, care, and commitment she gave during Indy’s recovery.

Now, Indy is a happy, healthy, playful pup who’s found her forever person!

Indy definitely needed someone just as much as someone needed her—and now they’ve found each other. We receive a great update from her new fur mom:

“There was something about Indy's profile and picture that drew me to her. I kept going back to her profile and looking at her sweet picture. I had been without a dog for 2 1/2 years and my heart was aching for another one. There was a void that nothing else could fill.

It has been about 2 weeks now, and I am in love! Indy is such a sweet girl! She loves belly rubs, things to chew on, Kongs filled with peanut butter, giving kisses, and, of course, sticking by my side. I didn’t know how much I needed her until she was here. It’s amazing how a dog can walk into your life and instantly feel like they’ve always belonged.

She has brought so much joy, comfort, and love into my world in such a short amount. She has filled that void, and we have a special bond already. I love her to pieces! Thank you PWD!”

Congratulations to Indy and her Mom and another heartfelt THANK YOU to Jess our one and only medical foster who continues to help so many pets in need.

04/08/2025

It’s the FINAL round folks!

Let’s help our comeback kid Riggs win!

Click on the photo and comment “Riggs”

You have untill 11:59 tonight (4/8/25) to vote

Thank you so much for your help!

Please share!

And the WINNER IS.... RANDY!!! Congratulations Randy!!!
VOTING IS CLOSED!
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04/07/2025

Update: Unfortunately Riggs lost but thank you to everyone who voted and shared!

Congratulations to Randy!

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It’s the FINAL round folks!

Let’s help our comeback kid Riggs win!

Click on the photo and comment “Riggs”

You have untill 11:59 tomorrow (4/8/25) to vote

Thank you so much for your help!

Please share

And the WINNER IS.... RANDY!!! Congratulations Randy!!!
VOTING IS CLOSED!
It's the final round of March Madness! The photo from each matchup with the most votes will move on to the next round. Place your vote by commenting the name of your pick in the comments section of this post. Only one vote per person. Voting will end tomorrow (4/8/25) at 11:59pm!

04/05/2025

Meet Maxwell – The Most Handsome Pup!

Maxwell is a 6-month-old, 36-pound Rottweiler mix who is ready to steal your heart!

This sweet boy came to us from a local shelter after struggling with some issues in his back legs.

Upon further examination by our orthopedic surgeon, it was determined that Maxwell had fractured knees. But with age on his side, his surgeon suggested we give him time to heal naturally.

After just a week in our care, Maxwell is already showing incredible improvement and starting to act more like a playful, happy puppy! His progress has been nothing short of amazing, and he’s proving to be one tough and resilient pup.

Maxwell is laid back, loves to snuggle, and has an exceptional temperament. While he will need a little help with house training, we’re confident he’ll master it in no time. Maxwell enjoys the company of other dogs and absolutely thrives on human attention. He’s the perfect balance of playful and relaxed, making him a great fit for most types of households.

Maxwell still has 2 more weeks of rest and recovery ahead, but during this time, we’re accepting applications for his forever home.

If you’re looking for a loving companion who will reward you with endless snuggles and affection, Maxwell is the pup for you!

Please share so we can find the perfect match for Maxwell ❤️

04/05/2025

Meet Maxwell – The Most Handsome Pup!

Maxwell is a 6-month-old, 36-pound Rottweiler mix who is ready to steal your heart!

This sweet boy came to us from a local shelter after struggling with some issues in his back legs.

Upon further examination by our orthopedic surgeon, it was determined that Maxwell had fractured knees. But with age on his side, his surgeon suggested we give him time to heal naturally.

After just a week in our care, Maxwell is already showing incredible improvement and starting to act more like a playful, happy puppy! His progress has been nothing short of amazing, and he’s proving to be one tough and resilient pup.

Maxwell is laid back, loves to snuggle, and has an exceptional temperament. While he will need a little help with house training, we’re confident he’ll master it in no time. Maxwell enjoys the company of other dogs and absolutely thrives on human attention. He’s the perfect balance of playful and relaxed, making him a great fit for most types of households.

Maxwell still has 2 more weeks of rest and recovery ahead, but during this time, we’re accepting applications for his forever home.

If you’re looking for a loving companion who will reward you with endless snuggles and affection, Maxwell is the pup for you!

Please share so we can find the perfect match for Maxwell ❤️