With grooming and attention each one makes an astounding transformation in spirit and appearance. They seem to know they are in good hands. It is commonly believed that all rescue dogs have been abused or neglected. For the most part this is not true. As for those that actually have been abused or neglected, many new owners tell us that these dogs seem to understand their good fortune and respond by demonstrating an especially attentive and loving attitude.
Rescue dogs are available across the country.
The Rescue effort is set up with volunteers and foster homes in each state, each case coordinated through Rescue's four Regional Rescue Coordinators. Dogs may be housed in a temporary foster home, remain with its original owner or live in a shelter while Rescue works to find a new home for the dog. All dogs are screened for medical and temperament problems in order to insure that only sound, healthy dogs are placed. Irish Setter Rescue will neither accept nor place any dog who is temperamentally unsafe or who has shown aggression towards people in the past. An appropriate home for each dog is sought locally or if needed, outside the area.