We are dedicated to rescuing and caring for Maltese and other toy breeds (as room allows) who are either rescued from shelters, found as strays, or no longer wanted by their family (owner).

We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization so all donations are tax deductible. These little dogs need YOUR help now. Every little bit can help. Donations can be made out to:

SCMR
P.O. Box 2005
Chattanooga, TN 37409

You may also make a donation via PayPal by clicking the button below.

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Cricket Needs Liver Shunt Surgery

Meet Cricket, a sweet loving, energetic 6 month old Maltese. Cricket was diagnosed with livershunt disease. Livershunts are abnormal vascular connections between the hepatic portal vein (the blood vessel that connects the gastrointestinal tract with the liver) and the systemic circulation. This effectively exposes the body to toxic by-products of digestion (toxins and bacteria) and mimics the effects of liver failure. The diversion of blood leads to small liver size and the collection of ammonia and toxins in the blood. The result of these toxins often leads to abnormal neurological signs such as: behavioral changes, seizures, or coma.

Pre- surgical testing is necessary to help us determine how to help Cricket, if her shunt is one that can be addressed by surgery. This involves specialists to perform the scintigraphy, read the test results and for the potential (hopefully) surgery to correct her shunt. Scintigraphy is an advanced technique used to help diagnose liver shunts. It provides an extremely accurate estimate of the degree of shunting, allowing the clinician to predict the likely success of management options.

Cricket is still a young puppy and we hope we can help her have a long healthier life. Her medical costs (inclusive of everything) to get her ready for adoption are estimated at or above $2500. Please donate. Help give Cricket a chance to live a longer helathier life.

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SCMR Nov/Dec 2011 Newsletter

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Thundershirts are helping shelters and rescue groups across the country to manage the dogs they receive with anxiety, fear and excitement issues. Your Thundershirt Donation will be put to excellent use helping to transition one of our wonderful dogs back to a forever home. The jackets are availabe in Heather Grey, Navy Blue Rugby and Pink Rugby in sizes from XXS to XXL. Most of our dogs will need the XXS or XS, but S will probably fit a few of our larger dogs.

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 Share the Love - Give a Gift Donation 

If you're looking for the perfect gift for your favorite dog-lover, consider a Gift Donation to help us with our rescue dogs. Please consider giving a donation in ‘honor’ or in ‘memory’ of that special someone. Your gift Donation will help give life to these special creatures.

Your donation will not collect dust or have to be returned because it's the wrong color, size or style - it will be put to great use to save lives and re-home discarded Maltese. Gift Donations to our Rescue can be made at any time for any special occasion! Please note that we will send an acknowledgement card to the intended family or individual to recognize your donation.

Click here for more information and order forms.

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Drs. Foster and Smith: Dog Supplies - Cat Supplies - Pet Blog

SCMR is now involved with "Paws for a Cause" program. You can make a generous gift certificate donation to our organization simply by clicking through the banner provided above. All of SCMR's information will be prefilled in a custom Gift Certificate order form - all you need to do is enter the amount and checkout. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated.

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PetMeds® is a charitable cause operated by 1-800-PetMeds. PetMeds® supports the pet community - donations, adoption awareness and more. Please visit the PetMeds® website today.

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SCMR is now on youtube, see our video at:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGYdN1H8uhY

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A local organization recently sponsored SCMR, with a theme of Kindness to Animals. Click below to see inspiring moments from the event:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pp4gozRe4DI

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