Doberman Rescue Unlimited - A Day in the Life

Doberman Rescue Unlimited, Inc., founded in 1988, is located in Sandown, New Hampshire and is the second largest Doberman rescue in the United States.

2009-02-14T17:49:06Z

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Doberman Rescue Unlimited, Inc., founded in 1988, is located in Sandown, New Hampshire and is the second largest Doberman rescue in the United States.

Doberman Rescue Unlimited (DRU) is not your average rescue shelter. The Rescue can house 50 residents at a time, and additional dogs in foster homes.

2009-02-14T17:50:51Z

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Doberman Rescue Unlimited (DRU) is not your average rescue shelter. The Rescue can house 50 residents at a time, and additional dogs in foster homes.

Doberman Rescue Unlimited (DRU) is not your average rescue shelter. The Rescue can house 50 residents at a time, and additional dogs in foster homes.

2009-02-14T17:51:49Z

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Doberman Rescue Unlimited (DRU) is not your average rescue shelter. The Rescue can house 50 residents at a time, and additional dogs in foster homes.

Given the volume of dogs at DRU the staff must be coordinated and efficient to be sure no dog is forgotten. They use a map of the facility to detail and track the location and feeding of eac ...

2009-02-14T17:51:39Z

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Given the volume of dogs at DRU the staff must be coordinated and efficient to be sure no dog is forgotten. They use a map of the facility to detail and track the location and feeding of eac ...

After each feeding the runs are hosed and washed down to keep the dog's areas as clean and comfortable as possible.

2009-02-14T17:50:56Z

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After each feeding the runs are hosed and washed down to keep the dog's areas as clean and comfortable as possible.

After each feeding all runs are hosed and washed down to keep the dog's areas as clean and comfortable as possible. The floors of each run are heated to keep the dogs warm in winter.

2009-02-14T17:49:09Z

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After each feeding all runs are hosed and washed down to keep the dog's areas as clean and comfortable as possible. The floors of each run are heated to keep the dogs warm in winter.

While the dogs are in the outside portion of the runs, the staff collect bowls, toys and blankets for cleaning. Water bowls are refilled, and new bedding and toys are placed in each run.

2009-02-14T17:50:12Z

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While the dogs are in the outside portion of the runs, the staff collect bowls, toys and blankets for cleaning. Water bowls are refilled, and new bedding and toys are placed in each run.

Hundreds of blankets and dog beds must be washed and dried daily. Members often donate supplies to help keep costs under control.

2009-07-13T00:28:13Z

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Hundreds of blankets and dog beds must be washed and dried daily. Members often donate supplies to help keep costs under control.

Once breakfast in complete, play time begins. Dasch is eager to see who will play with him.

2009-02-14T17:51:44Z

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Once breakfast in complete, play time begins. Dasch is eager to see who will play with him.

Star and Nemo meet up at the fence during their playtime. The Rescue has two large enclosed areas in which individual and groups of dogs can get daily exercise.

2009-02-14T17:52:25Z

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Star and Nemo meet up at the fence during their playtime. The Rescue has two large enclosed areas in which individual and groups of dogs can get daily exercise.

Each team member at the Rescue has a Wellness Plan whereby they are assigned six dogs to “mentor” over the course of three months. Every three months the dogs are reassigned, with each t ...

2009-02-14T17:49:39Z

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Each team member at the Rescue has a Wellness Plan whereby they are assigned six dogs to “mentor” over the course of three months. Every three months the dogs are reassigned, with each t ...

The Rescue has designed a facility and schedule that is perfectly suited to the needs of Dobermans. Dobies thrive in an organized and consistent environment, and one in which they have enoug ...

2009-10-07T07:18:47Z

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The Rescue has designed a facility and schedule that is perfectly suited to the needs of Dobermans. Dobies thrive in an organized and consistent environment, and one in which they have enoug ...

Dasch loves water and running through muddy puddles.

2009-02-14T17:52:45Z

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Dasch loves water and running through muddy puddles.

And Nemo, running around on a nice day, lets his tongue air out.

2009-07-13T00:33:48Z

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And Nemo, running around on a nice day, lets his tongue air out.

Dasch looks philosophical here, standing next to his fire hydrant while watching Angel. What would a proper dog run be without a fire hydrant?

2009-10-07T07:16:24Z

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Dasch looks philosophical here, standing next to his fire hydrant while watching Angel. What would a proper dog run be without a fire hydrant?

Otter is a new arrival to the Rescue. He is quiet and depressed, but kind to those he encounters. He will stay in the isolation run until his health status is confirmed and the appropriate s ...

2009-02-14T17:50:42Z

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Otter is a new arrival to the Rescue. He is quiet and depressed, but kind to those he encounters. He will stay in the isolation run until his health status is confirmed and the appropriate s ...

While new dogs arrive others get to go home with their new families. Debbie is introduced to her new housemate after her family has undergone a rigorous adoption process. The goal is to matc ...

2009-10-07T06:37:36Z

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While new dogs arrive others get to go home with their new families. Debbie is introduced to her new housemate after her family has undergone a rigorous adoption process. The goal is to matc ...

Afternoons are a busy time. In addition to adoptions and in-takes, some residents visit the vet. The Rescue has developed a special relationship with the Fremont Animal Hospital. Tyson doesn ...

2009-10-07T06:29:30Z

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Afternoons are a busy time. In addition to adoptions and in-takes, some residents visit the vet. The Rescue has developed a special relationship with the Fremont Animal Hospital. Tyson doesn ...

While Tyson is at the vet, Toby, Dasch and Hershey go for a walk around the local neighborhood.

2009-02-14T17:52:06Z

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While Tyson is at the vet, Toby, Dasch and Hershey go for a walk around the local neighborhood.

While out on her walk Meg meets some neighbors, a pair of alpacas. Afternoon walks through a nearby neighborhood provide an opportunity for staff to train and gauge the social skills of the ...

2009-02-14T17:52:37Z

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While out on her walk Meg meets some neighbors, a pair of alpacas. Afternoon walks through a nearby neighborhood provide an opportunity for staff to train and gauge the social skills of the ...

Between play time and dinner you can also get to know the story behind each resident.

2009-02-14T17:51:14Z

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Between play time and dinner you can also get to know the story behind each resident.

“Gator liked to snap at the kids in his house.” The Rescue works hard to place dogs in homes that match their personalities. Many people buy or adopt a Doberman not realizing the amount ...

2009-10-07T07:13:39Z

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“Gator liked to snap at the kids in his house.” The Rescue works hard to place dogs in homes that match their personalities. Many people buy or adopt a Doberman not realizing the amount ...

As the afternoon progresses the cleaning and feeding ritual begins again. In one year the Rescue uses 500 gallons of laundry detergent, 1,500 rolls of paper towels, 14,600 pounds of raw meat ...

2009-02-14T17:50:26Z

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As the afternoon progresses the cleaning and feeding ritual begins again. In one year the Rescue uses 500 gallons of laundry detergent, 1,500 rolls of paper towels, 14,600 pounds of raw meat ...

After dinner everyone socializes. Time to visit with staff and “converse” with each other. Sabrina shows off her toy.

2009-10-07T07:40:44Z

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After dinner everyone socializes. Time to visit with staff and “converse” with each other. Sabrina shows off her toy.

Another full day has come to an end at the Rescue. Johnson settles in for the night. The staff dream of him finding the perfect loving home he deserves.

2009-10-07T07:07:34Z

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Another full day has come to an end at the Rescue. Johnson settles in for the night. The staff dream of him finding the perfect loving home he deserves.

For some Dobermans the Rescue will be their home for the rest of their lives. Each dog who passes away or must be put down (which is very rare) is buried in a special place below the momoria ...

2009-10-07T07:21:29Z

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For some Dobermans the Rescue will be their home for the rest of their lives. Each dog who passes away or must be put down (which is very rare) is buried in a special place below the momoria ...