Sylvester and friends pet ministry

06/27/2025

05/21/2025

Gotta love this

05/18/2025

05/01/2025

Difficult subject.
We often ignore very clear signals given.
We don't mean to, but sometimes our needs override taking a step back and assessing.
➡️Our insistence as a society on patting dogs we just meet
➡️Ignoring subtle signals from our own dogs
➡️Not respecting that a dog can consent to touch (just as we can).
➡️Teaching children to say "yes" to patting dogs they have just met and do not know.
➡️Patting dogs when they are resting/sleeping because they look "just so cute".
➡️Not respecting that they have the right to change their mind and that the patting and cuddling habits may have changed today...and that is OK !
➡️Completely ignoring the moving away, turning away and sometimes "wrestling" with a fidgety dog just to give them love...by patting.

In saying all this, this graphic is also very individual.
Some dogs will flatten their ears in preparation for a good pat session that they thoroughly enjoy.

Take a second look.
Adjust what you are doing if you have to.
It will only increase your bond...not diminish it.

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04/26/2025

After losing his parents, Roscoe, a 3-year-old orangutan, fell into a deep depression. He refused to eat and showed no response to medical treatments, leaving the vets concerned he might succumb to sadness.

Meanwhile, zookeepers discovered an elderly, sick dog wandering the zoo grounds. They brought the dog to the animal treatment center, where Roscoe was also being cared for. By chance, the two met—and from that moment on, they became inseparable.

The orangutan found a new purpose in life, and both friends strive to be the best companions they can be for each other. They spend every moment together, sharing all their activities. Now living in Northern California, swimming has become their favorite pastime.

Although Roscoe is a bit wary of the water, his canine friend is always by his side, offering support and encouragement. Together, they have rediscovered joy, laughter, and the true meaning of friendship. ❤️🐾

04/23/2025

04/18/2025

Loving unlikely friends……..

After losing his parents, Roscoe, a 3-year-old orangutan, fell into a deep depression. He refused to eat and showed no response to medical treatments, leaving the vets concerned he might succumb to sadness.

Meanwhile, zookeepers discovered an elderly, sick dog wandering the zoo grounds. They brought the dog to the animal treatment center, where Roscoe was also being cared for. By chance, the two met—and from that moment on, they became inseparable.

The orangutan found a new purpose in life, and both friends strive to be the best companions they can be for each other. They spend every moment together, sharing all their activities. Now living in Northern California, swimming has become their favorite pastime.

Although Roscoe is a bit wary of the water, his canine friend is always by his side, offering support and encouragement. Together, they have rediscovered joy, laughter, and the true meaning of friendship. ❤️🐾

04/16/2025

No Cargo Here—Just First Class and Oreos (and Us Doing Everything)

People always ask, “Do the pets fly in cargo?”

Nope.

At Wings of Rescue, the pets fly right alongside us—in the same cabin as the crew, the pilots, and the people who loaded the plane (also us), who will unload it (still us), and who will serve as flight attendants if needed (you guessed it… still us). Our aircraft? A converted Embraer 120 Brasilia—zero cargo holds.

That means a cabin full of hopeful noses, wagging tails, and slightly sleep-deprived humans passing out snacks. Our go-to? Double-stuffed vanilla Oreos. It’s not in-flight catering, but it gets the job done.

We fly with the pets, not just for them.
Because they deserve more than cargo—they deserve snuggles, snacks, and top-tier service from a crew that multitasks like pros.

04/10/2025

Happy National Hug Your Dog Day!
Today, on April 10, take a moment to give your furry friend an extra cuddle! Dogs bring love, laughter, and comfort into our lives, and today is the perfect day to show them just how much they mean to us. Hug your pup and celebrate the unbreakable bond you share!

04/07/2025

https://www.facebook.com/furryfamilies/posts/1028936582778771

Peek-a-boo...I see you!

04/04/2025

https://www.facebook.com/ILoveDogs5/posts/1191444608994880

Just three lovely rescue dogs traveling peacefully on a plane. 💖

Better behaved than some people.