Bessie’s Legacy

BESSIE, THE DOG WHO STARTED IT ALL, came to us in February of 2020 as a fospice rescue. She was a scrawny 13-year-old in kidney failure. When we picked her up from the ICU, the vet gave her 3-6 months to live.

Against all odds, she spent the next 4 years with us. She was a force to be reckoned with and we gladly shaped our lives according to her every whim. She needed subcutaneous fluids administered daily and had such severe separation anxiety we almost never left her alone. Every moment spent with her was a privilege.

We said goodbye to Bessie on Valentine’s Day 2024. Her fiery spirit burned bright until the last moment even as her body succumbed to the ravages of time. Her life and love gave rise to Rain or Shine Rescue, and in her honor we’re proud to launch BESSIE’S LEGACY, a medical fund that serves to strengthen our commitment to rescuing and rehabilitating senior and medically-needy dogs and cats.

To kick things off, a generous donor has offered to MATCH EVERY DOLLAR donated to BESSIE’S LEGACY up to $5,000! That means every single gift will have DOUBLE the impact. Our goal is to raise a total of $10,000 to pay for three major surgeries already in the pipeline. If you’re in a position to give, please consider supporting Bessie’s Legacy with a gift today!

LEARN MORE about the dogs receiving life-changing medical care through Bessie’s Legacy. Rain or Shine Rescue is a 501(C)3 non-profit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.