Pyrs in Transport

Leaving College Station, TX

One of the things that impressed me so much when I first heard about GPRS is the orchestrated transport. On the "About Us" page the bio says that the dogs in Texas are transported throughout the Northwest but it didn't say that the rescue has dogs to transport almost every month.  What it also doesn't say are the efforts it takes to go from a dog in need in Texas to foster families scattered throughout the Northwest or to their forever homes.  I'm not sure I even know, but I'm hoping through this blog we can both learn what it entails.

Dogs headed to loving homes

There is an amazing man named Jeff (and may be others) who drive thousands of miles making calculated stops to deliver these dogs to their loving families, be it foster or forever.  I'm certain we will get his bio soon for our Volunteer Highlight post.  This morning he left College Station, Texas loaded up with dogs, who are headed to a better life. 

On the receiving end of these stops are devoted and loving volunteers who have a dog on transport to foster or families who have already adopted a dog; they may be meeting their dogs for the first time.   The continual success of these efforts rely on volunteers, and well, donations are also important.

Transport map

If you've ever thought about volunteering or fostering, the GPRS has a community of dedicated and supportive volunteers and for me it is some of the most rewarding volunteer work I have done.

Check back often to hear other stories about the volunteers who make all this happen!  There will also be pictures of "First Hugs from Transport" as the dogs reach their destinations!  If you would like to volunteer check out the website here and click on How to Help.