{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"The News Journal","provider_url":"https:\/\/qa.thenewsjournal.net","title":"Rescue group saves its 2,000th dog &ndash; The News Journal","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"riqgEpzR1k\"><a href=\"https:\/\/qa.thenewsjournal.net\/rescue-group-saves-its-2000th-dog\/\">Rescue group saves its 2,000th dog<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/qa.thenewsjournal.net\/rescue-group-saves-its-2000th-dog\/embed\/#?secret=riqgEpzR1k\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#8220;Rescue group saves its 2,000th dog&#8221; &#8212; The News Journal\" data-secret=\"riqgEpzR1k\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\/* <![CDATA[ *\/\n\/*! 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Miss Billie Cornett, Bruno\u2019s first KMAR Foster Mom, wrote a story on his early life and shared it with others. \u201cHe was born into a drug infested area of eastern Ky, abandoned by any human that may have known he was born\u2026 forced to hide from people in a community where cruelty to animals is a way of life\u2026 scrounging for food among the many burnt out remnants of meth houses along a very busy stretch of road, and running from the other semi feral dogs trying to survive,\u201d said Cornett. Cornett first encountered three pups and a skittish mom dog, calling them Mama Dog, Ms Cleo, Ringo, and Bruno, but eventually only two remained (Bruno and Ms Cleo). \u201cThey just never came back \u2013 not unusual in that neighborhood,\u201d Cornett clarified. Cornett set out a kettle of drinking water and fed them. When dangerously cold weather set in before Christmas of 2022, Cornett convinced them to enter her home with her other two rescues. Add Pippi to the pack and Cornett had her hands full. KMAR was contacted to provide help and yes without hesitation. The three were taken into KMAR on their way to a new life. Cornett had come to love Bruno and his company, but knew that, although a tough decision, she had to do this. \u201cHe needed out of this neighborhood (to survive) and I comfort myself that I 100% did the right thing,\u201d Cornett said. Vikki Crook, Founder and Director of KMAR, shared meaningful information regarding the volunteers who helped the number get to 2,000. Across five states, hundreds of dedicated volunteers are in on the cause, working tirelessly to transport these animals, primarily dogs with a few cats, to their \u201cForever Homes.\u201d The importance of KMAR\u2019s mission becomes more apparent when considering the high counts of animal abuse, cruelty, and neglect incidents in southern states. The organization firmly believes every animal\u2019s life is worth saving, regardless of the circumstances. KMAR, explicitly founded three years ago, collaborates with coordinators and teams primarily in rural Eastern areas. The organization is involved in community outreach along with rescuing, transporting, and fostering to adoption. They work with rural shelters to pull dogs that were either owner-surrendered or strays that were never claimed. The animals receive essential veterinary care from several clinics, including the Corbin Animal Clinic, Corbin Animal Health &amp; Wellness, Mt. Vernon Animal Clinic, and Hopewell Animal Clinic. Jennifer Cobb-Cannon, Practice Manager at both Corbin clinics, emphasized KMAR\u2019s commitment. \u201cNot only does KMAR vet healthy dogs, but they also rescue the sick and injured. Countless animals have lived long, healthy lives because of their generosity and compassion.\u201d Volunteers, like any, are not paid for this pricey and heroic adventure. The organization heavily relies on donations to cover the high costs of vetting and caring for animals. For reference, KMAR vetting costs for 2022 were over $80,000. Donations are highly encouraged, welcomed, and appreciated. \u201cWe could not have accomplished nothing without our amazing family of volunteers,\u201d said Crook. To learn more about KMAR, how to volunteer, or to donate to this wonderful cause and its awe-inspiring mission, visit their website at\u00a0www.kymutts.org\u00a0or on Facebook at\u00a0www.facebook.com\/KentuckyMutts, where you can find details on Bruno\u2019s story."}