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Coffee with the Crew – April 11, 2026
A quick update on recent vet visits, upcoming birthdays, and a 10 year anniversary are on the agenda for discussion in April. Every month the director of Rescued Rollers, John Lizotte, hosts a live video chat to talk with followers and supporters. This casual conversation takes place with the sanctuary dogs hanging out so people can see them in their … Continue reading →
Persistent Right Aortic Arch Puppy Named Chance
Here’s Chance’s very first real meal. He did great! He is only 8 weeks old, and has a condition called Persistent Right Aortic Arch (PRAA). Rescued Rollers is fostering him due to his special care requirements for 10 days, at which time he will be transferred to his destination rescue for surgery. Underneath all that fluff, he is underweight at … Continue reading →
Coffee with the Crew – March 14, 2026
Avery’s Law in Ohio, how it affects Rescued Rollers, shelters, families, and everyone who works with dogs. John discusses his thoughts on the implementation of this new law in Ohio. Every month the director of Rescued Rollers, John Lizotte, hosts a live video chat to talk with followers and supporters. This casual conversation takes place with the sanctuary dogs hanging … Continue reading →
Coffee with the Crew – February 14, 2026
What is a sanctuary dog? Which ones at Rescued Rollers are sanctuary dogs? During the February Coffee with the Crew we discuss those details. Every month the director of Rescued Rollers, John Lizotte, hosts a live video chat to talk with followers and supporters. This casual conversation takes place with the sanctuary dogs hanging out so people can see them … Continue reading →
Coffee with the Crew – January 10, 2026
John shares some of the creative ways we overcame challenges with the Rescued Rollers dogs’ needs. From water therapy in the backyard, to building a walk box for physical therapy, to supporting paralyzed dogs while grooming or using a treadmill, the solutions all have “outside the box” thinking in common. Every month the director of Rescued Rollers, John Lizotte, hosts … Continue reading →
Coffee with the Crew – December 13, 2025
This month John discusses how hard it is to make that decision to euthanize a pet and the valuable checklist Rescued Rollers uses to help the decision process. A copy of the Quality of Life Assessment can be found here. He also discusses the grieving that happens and how the remaining animals as well as humans deal with the loss. … Continue reading →
Coffee with the Crew – November 8, 2025
Every month the director of Rescued Rollers, John Lizotte, hosts a live video chat to talk with followers and supporters. This casual conversation takes place with the sanctuary dogs hanging out so people can see them in their everyday environment. Watch the replay of our Facebook Live video from November’s Coffee with the Crew.
Continue reading →Coffee with the Crew – October 11, 2025
Every month the director of Rescued Rollers, John Lizotte, hosts a live video chat to talk with followers and supporters. This casual conversation takes place with the sanctuary dogs hanging out so people can see them in their everyday environment. Watch the replay of our Facebook Live video from October’s Coffee with the Crew.
Continue reading →Caring for a Paralyzed Dog: Compassion, Confidence, and Hope
Finding out your beloved dog has paralysis can feel overwhelming and heartbreaking. Suddenly, the daily routine you once took for granted shifts dramatically. Whether paralysis came from injury, illness, or a neurological condition, your dog’s care needs change — and so do yours. But here’s the truth: caring for a paralyzed dog is a journey filled with challenges and incredible … Continue reading →
Review from janmcdonnal
I first heard about Rescued Rollers through an article in Woman’s World magazine several years ago. I fell in love with this organization when I learned that they specifically help animals with disabilities. I’ve been following Rescued Rollers on Facebook ever since, and have provided monetary donations as well as items from their Amazon Wish List to show my support … Continue reading →