"The combined force of a few thousand sparks makes a powerful
bolt of lightening."
Arlo Guthrie

No one person can do everything. No one group can do
everything. But when like minds and spirits cooperate, so
much can be done.
The concepts of cooperation and sharing are thankfully taking
hold among dog rescue groups. By promoting respectful
relationships and cooperative attitudes to helping dogs in need,
more can be accomplished. Rescue groups may have different
geographic areas of focus as well as different policies or
protocols, but at the heart of it is a desire to make a difference
for dogs in need.
In working together, we are able to rescue an increased number
of homeless dogs and prevent future unwanted litters that grow into
homeless dogs
Successful organizations, whether in the non-profit or profit
sector, are the product of teamwork requiring the cooperation of
individuals who come to the organization with varied skills and
experiences but share a dedication to the organization's
purpose. In a grass roots organization like hart, this cross
section of interest and talent is key to achieving our
purpose. This idea of teamwork is spreading so that a network
of support across local dog rescue groups is being
developing.
It is always uplifting to consider new ideas and meet
like-minded dog rescuers and as this network is being developed
across rescue groups there is much information sharing in regards
to best practices in dog rescue and handling, humane education as
well as training and funding opportunities. There is also
capacity building, sharing of equipment, cooperative efforts on
special rescues, partnerships forming for special events and
collaboration on major projects like spay and neuter clinics and
food distribution.
The ripple of compassion that each individual rescue group puts
into motion can only get stronger with a collaborative approach
across organizations.