Our Story
“Pretty much an unstoppable force of hilarity and cuteness”
About Us
Head of PR. Holding strong at 16 years old (for a while now) Sir Momo was my introduction to the joy of Senior Rescue, and since 2011 we have been inseperable. Perhaps a bit human, MoMo is my champion people person, soulful, wise, and resilient. Being toothless, with compromised hearing and “eye” sight only adds to his charm. He also recently recovered “against the odds” from fractures in his right paw, which uniquely turned gray while under wraps in a cast, adding an element of sophistication. Sir MoMo is a perfect example of why senior rescues should not be overlooked.
Our Founder. Beni went to heaven in May of 2017, but his legacy is very much alive, most notably because he is the reason @jemandthemisfits was created, and now this website. From the shelter, to Animal Synergy Rescue’s healing love, to us, Beni’s spirit touched so many. The Misfits would not be here without him. From his delightful morning yawn and squeak, to his sensitive demeanor or his speedy high-stepping prance, Beni was loved continues to inspire. This website is a tribute to him.
Fearless Entertainer. He’s bossy, he’s goofy, and once he gets to know you, he becomes the best cuddler. At 15-ish Choli is a large dog trapped in a delicate body. I discovered this diamond in the rough in 2012 at Tiny Loving Canines Rescue. He had debilitating dental disease and prior to surgery, words cannot describe the aroma coming from his severely rotten mouth. This most likely explains for his signature missing lower jaw. He exhibits many of the physical characteristics of “less than ideal” bloodlines, however with is his fearless personality, curiosity, and selective hearing, I’m led to believe he’s got it all figured out.
Girl Boss. At 13? years old, she is the self-elected leader of the Misfits. Despite a hesitancy with hardwood floors, she very much rules the roost. Her luxating patellas (or bad knees) giver a distinctive little waddle. Whether it’s chasing Rosita or protecting her dinner, don’t be fooled, she can move quickly! Arriving to us, by way of TLC rescue, scared and half the weight she is now, we believe that Paloma was used as a backyard breeder dog, sadly churning out litters of puppies for profit with little concern for her health. Paloma has quite a heart condition. She’s up there on the murmur scale, and we’ve been keeping her Congestive Heart Failure in check with several medicines and supplements. It’s been a joy to win this girl over with lots of love and food.
Resident Fire Starter. The line between cat and dog is a little blurred here. Our only unofficial senior rescue, Rosita came to us by way of one of Los Angeles’ toughest neighborhoods at 2.5 weeks old. After getting bottle-fed every few hours around the clock, being accepted by the pups (please see video below) and you’ll understand why she had to stay. Fast forward a year, and Rosita is now full grown cat-dog with a habit of tormenting the Chi grandpawrents who raised her. Her pastimes include catching bugs, chewing cardboard, and eating dog food (and sometime clothing!).
The Dream. Where to start? Entering our home in late September 2017 as a foster pup (yes, I really believed I could find her a home) Manzana swooped in and stole our hearts and Captain Choli’s. Her personality was every bit as beautiful as her appearance. The realization that she was in fact already in her forever home came easily. The news that our time with her would be much more limited than expected because she had inoperable mammary cancer was really hard. We were by her side every step of the way doing all we could to give her the tools for a fighting chance. And fight is what she did. She was the most cooperative and tolerant patient, helping me to learn as we went and teaching me more than I ever could have imagined. If love was enough our sweet girl would be here thriving. Every vet and professional that I took her to said they had never seen a tumors so agressive. Following 110 days filled to the brim with Senior Rescue Joy, Manzana passed peacefully in her sleep next to me on the morning of New Year’s Day 2018
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