Southeast GSP Rescue

14/01/2026

Lucy (TN) is searching for her forever home on our courtesy page at https://www.segsprescue.org/available-dogs-197333.html

Lucy has a happy personality and is very interactive with her humans (big and small) and other dogs (even horses). She is healthy, spayed, crate-trained and up to date on vaccinations. She’s super smart and is looking for an active family who will teach her new things and include her in activities.

If you’re interested in adopting Lucy, please contact Mary, whose info is at the bottom of Lucy’s courtesy page at https://www.segsprescue.org/available-dogs-197333.html

14/01/2026

Dobby (GA, 1 yo) is ready to find his forever home! You can see Dobby and all the GSPs ready for forever on our website at https://www.segsprescue.org/available-dogs.html

Dobby loves all humans, big and small (6 or older), and will entertain himself with chew toys and food puzzles but prefers to run and play (and snuggle). He is great on a leash, doesn’t mind pedicures, is house-broken, neutered, healthy and is called an easy GSP who adjusts quickly to new surroundings.

If you’re interested in this great guy, please complete an adoption application on our website (if you haven’t already), then email his foster mom Tammy, whose contact info is at the bottom of Dobby’s webpage at https://www.segsprescue.org/available-dogs.html

13/01/2026

I think we can all agree that our dogs are true family members, and family deserves a grateful, heartfelt farewell when they leave this world.

One of our longtime monthly supporters, Terry Parker, who owns the local funeral home in his hometown of Charleston, MO, recently honored his beloved GSP, J.E., with the most beautiful tribute - complete with a visitation and funeral service. It’s a touching reminder of just how deeply our dogs are loved.

If you still have your SEGSP 2025 calendar, you may remember J.E. as September’s “Mr. Handsome.”
We are sharing his obituary and welcome your kind words and condolences for JE and his family:
https://www.mcmiklefuneralhome.com/obituary/james-elgin-parker

As a reminder, we are honored to post memorials for our SEGSP Rescue alumni. If you adopted from SEGSP and your beloved dog has passed, please let us know so we can share your tribute on our social media and website. You can send your update to [email protected]

JAMES ELGIN J.E. PARKER Mitch Albom says it best with his expression on loss and enduring love- Death ends a life, not a relationship. James Elgin J.E. Parker crossed the rainbow bridge from his home in Charleston, MO, at 443 p.m., Monday, January 12, 2026, surrounded by those who love

13/01/2026

We received this update for our 2025 alumna Dolly, who was one of the 62 foster fails we had in 2025:

Her mom Kathleen reported, “She got a perfect bill of health from the vet last week and has adjusted to the move to GA incredibly well. She's loving the backyard; we practically have to drag her inside every night. There are lots of birds and butterflies that she chases around each day. We are next door to two families with friendly dogs, so they play chase up and down the fence lines. When she comes inside, she snuggles up on the coach or a dog bed to recharge her battery before she goes back outside to raise more hell. She is our perfect Dolly girl and we love her!! Thanks for all you do to find happy homes for this sweet dog breed.”

Thank you, Kathleen! Dolly is a lucky girl 😊

Do you have a SEGSP alum? If so, please send us photos and an update at [email protected]

13/01/2026

Today is... wait for it... National Rubber Ducky Day. How is your GSP celebrating this important holiday? Squeaking it, stealing it, or proudly parading it around the house?

Share your photos please - we need a good laugh! 🤣

12/01/2026

SEVENTEEN YEARS OLD! Yep - you read that right! Our 2018 alumna Little Bit (formerly Darling) just turned 17! Her mom, Jamy, shared this wonderful update with us:

“Little Bit is doing great for 17 years old. She’s definitely starting to slow down and now has a beautiful face full of gray. She still enjoys getting out to explore the yard, but most of her time is happily spent sleeping on her couch in our bedroom. Her favorite treat is whipped cream, and she enjoys home-cooked meals several times a week - yes, she’s a spoiled little queen!

She has the sweetest demeanor and loves everyone, even her wild foster sibling, June! In the seven years we’ve had her, we’ve never heard her bark - crazy, I know! She has overcome mammary cancer and several other medical conditions over the years. She’s a strong girl. What was only meant to be a temporary foster completely won our hearts and became a treasured member of our family.”

We absolutely love this update! Thank you, Jamy, for making us smile today! And thank you as well for fostering June (SC)… juggling a 17-year-old and a 19-month-old GSP is no small feat - WOW!

12/01/2026

Our NC foster, Cody (2 yrs old), had his last big play day yesterday before starting heartworm treatment today. That means kennel rest and leash walks only for a while - so Vicki, his foster mom, made sure he soaked up one final day of FUN.

Yesterday quickly turned into The Cody & Boon Show (both fostered by Vicki; Cody has the red/blue collars). As she put it: “They keep everyone entertained, which means I can just sit back, watch, and supervise the chaos. Just two good boys living their absolute best lives. And honestly? I am absolutely in love with these two. Wild, ridiculous, full-send chaos… and also such good boys. Sometimes the best therapy is just letting the dogs do their thing while you enjoy the show.”

Now it’s time for Cody to focus on healing, and he’s in the very best hands. A huge thank you to Cody’s transporters Beth, Tricia, and Chelsi, to his temporary foster Kathy, and especially to Vicki, who will be fostering Cody long-term while he completes his heartworm treatment (about 4 months).

You’ve got this, Cody — brighter days are ahead!

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12/01/2026

We are incredibly proud of what we accomplished in 2025. But the truth is, there were even more GSPs in need last year that we simply couldn’t help because we didn’t have enough foster homes. While some were able to find help through our Courtesy Listings, too many dogs still had to be turned away.

Looking ahead in 2026, the single biggest way you can help us save more GSPs is by becoming a foster volunteer. Please consider helping SEGSP Rescue continue our mission. Getting started is easy:

* Visit https://www.segsprescue.org/volunteer.html
* Complete a foster application
* We’ll guide you through the rest… home visit, support, vet care (all pre-approved expenses), and ongoing guidance every step of the way.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to everyone who made our 2025 successes possible - our volunteers, donors, coordinators, and all those working behind the scenes (you know who you are ❤). You truly make this rescue work.

Here’s to a Happy New Year and a hopeful 2026! Together, we can save even more lives.

11/01/2026

💙 SEGSP Rescue Alumni Spotlight: Blue 💙

We love seeing our alumni thrive, but some updates truly stop us in our tracks. SEGSP alum Blue is now a Search & Rescue dog — and he’s already had incredible success helping locate lost souls. 🐾✨

Beyond his work in the field, Blue also spends time working with children who have been through the unthinkable, offering comfort, connection, and hope when it’s needed most.

From Blue’s dad, Mitch:

“Happy New Year! Proud SEGSP alum Blue doing good work. Found another lost soul today. Just wanted to let you know y’alls work with SEGSP Rescue leads to good outcomes.”

This is exactly why we do what we do. Thank you to everyone who supports SEGSP Rescue — your compassion truly changes lives, both human and canine. 💙🐶

11/01/2026

💙 January 11 is International Thank-You Day 💙

As we begin a new year, it feels like the perfect moment to pause and reflect on the people who make everything we do possible. International Thank-You Day reminds us how important it is to say those two simple words we sometimes take for granted: thank you.

To our fosters who open their homes and hearts,
to our volunteers who give their time, energy, and compassion,
to our donors whose generosity saves lives,
and to our adopters who give our dogs the forever families they deserve —

thank you.

Because of you, GSPs in need get second chances, soft beds, full bellies, and unconditional love. Your support changes lives every single day, and we are endlessly grateful to walk this journey with such an incredible community.

From all of us at Southeast GSP Rescue — thank you for being the heart of our mission. ❤️🐶

11/01/2026

Happy Sunday Alum Day from one of our newest alums, Chapo/Boone (SC)!

The Maloney family said, “We welcomed Boone home on Sunday December 21st and our family feels complete. He is such a good boy! He is loving the backyard where he can chase squirrels, birds, and rabbits. But he loves nothing more than to be close to the whole family! Boone is quite the cuddler and is eager to curl up on the couch with the kids after playing toss in the backyard. My favorite part of the day is taking our walk, we are up to almost 3 miles on the leash.”

Congratulations to all.

11/01/2026

🌿🐾 Today is National Houseplant Appreciation Day! 🐾🌿

We love a home filled with greenery — but when you have dogs, plant safety matters just as much as style. 💚

Some popular houseplants can be extremely toxic — even fatal — to dogs. If you share your home with a GSP (or any pup), these plants should be avoided entirely ⬇️

🚨 Highly Toxic Plants for Dogs:
❌ Sago Palm (can cause liver failure)
❌ Lilies (Easter, Tiger, Asiatic)
❌ Oleander
❌ Castor Bean Plant
❌ Foxglove
❌ Yew
❌ Autumn Crocus
❌ Cyclamen (especially the roots)

Celebrate your plants and protect your pups by choosing dog-safe greenery whenever possible.

📞 If your dog ingests a toxic plant, contact your vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control immediately at 888-426-4435.

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