FUELED BY LOVE by Michelle Sobala
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faithful promise from a dedicated mom. That's how it all began. Jody Jones prayed one heartbreaking night that if her precious Chelsea survives, then her and her husband vowed to rescue as many others as they could for the rest of their lives. A perilous night, after being hit by a car at the young age of two – enduring life-threatening injuries Chelsea miraculously survived. Was she fueled by love? Revived by faith? Her 'will to survive' brought a glorious fate to almost tenthousand other Golden Retrievers and Golden mixes. Jody Jones' prayer was answered, and Chelsea lived a wonderful 13 years. In response to their answered prayer, the Jones founded Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue in 2000. Over the last 21 and counting years they’ve given back 10,000-fold. Expanding beyond their wildest imagination starting in Sacramento then settling
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in an 8-acre ranch on the Northwest outskirts of Sacramento. Homeward Bound has become a rescue center for almost ten thousand Goldens. At Homeward Bound Golden Retriever Rescue – age is just a number, because they have areas specifically designed for young and old, socialized or traumatized, no matter what disability they have. Each animal is carefully placed in the environment that will help them thrive. This is an all-volunteer organization, including a veterinarian who provides complete health and wellness care as needed. Each and every dog is nurtured, even if they'll never be adopted again. In fact, their adoption process has specific standards to ensure these furry companions are provided the optimal home and family environment. The 8-acre rescue center is well-organized with a fully stocked veterinarian clinic, puppy
