Grey Face Rescue

It’s been a decade—ten incredible years—since Grey Face Rescue first opened its doors to senior animals in need.

Ten years ago, we made a promise: to stand up for the elderly animals too often overlooked, to give them comfort, care, and love in their golden years, and to remind the world that their lives still matter deeply.

687 lives saved. 687 senior animals who were given a second chance to know safety, warmth, and belonging.

Each one of those lives represents a story rewritten—because of you. Your belief in our mission, your generosity, and your compassion have made it possible for us to do this work every single day. As we look back on ten years of impact, we also look forward—with gratitude and hope—for all the senior animals still waiting for their chance.

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We welcomed Olivia to Grey Face Rescue. When she first arrived at a shelter in South Carolina, Olivia hardly looked like a dog — she was weak, frail, and in desperate need of care. Thanks to a compassionate local rescue, she regained her strength and was healthy enough to make the long journey to Grey Face Rescue.

What followed was a remarkable transformation. With time, love, and dedicated care, Olivia became nearly unrecognizable — her spirit brightened, her eyes softened, and she finally got to experience what it means to be truly loved.

Olivia has since passed, but her story is why we do what we do. Knowing that she left this world feeling safe, cared for, and deeply loved is what keeps us committed to our mission every single day.

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When Buddy arrived at Grey Face Rescue, his body told the story of everything he had been through. Before coming to us, Buddy had been hit by a car and shot. His muzzle was shattered, his hip was broken, and his shoulder caused him constant pain. But despite everything he had endured, Buddy’s spirit remained unbroken. He wagged his tail, leaned in for love, and showed us just how much fight—and heart—he had left.

Thanks to our incredible partners at Friends of Texas Panhandle Shelter Pets, Buddy made the long journey from Texas to Minnesota to receive the care he desperately needed. Our veterinary team quickly got to work: surgery on his hip, dental work to repair his mouth, CT scans, cultures, medications, and months of follow-up care to treat a deep-rooted jaw infection.

In total, Buddy’s medical costs reached over $4,200—and every dollar was worth it. Buddy’s story is why Grey Face Rescue exists. We say “yes” to seniors and animals with special medical needs because we believe every single one deserves comfort, care, and a chance to feel love—no matter how much time, effort, or cost it takes.