Hawkeye & Friends Dog Rescue & Sanctuary

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Hawkeye & Friends is a non-profit dog sanctuary that cares for dogs who are old/older, have a handicap or medical issue. Hawkeye & Friends is a sanctuary.

The dogs who come here spend the rest of their lives here receiving the love & care they deserve. Hawkeye & Friends was started and continues today because there needed to be a change. Too many beautiful and wonderful dogs need a safe place to live; where their days are filled with lots running & playing or just lying around and taking it easy; a place where they can spend the rest of their lives and get all the love and care they deserve. Big & small, young & old, in good health and not Hawkeye & Friends saves & cares for the dogs nobody wants. These are dogs passed up for adoption at county shelters, dogs most other rescues won’t take because they are too hard to adopt because they are old, have a handicap, medical problem or behavior issue. But with just a little extra attention and lots of love the dogs who come to here spend the rest of their lives here. This is their forever home. Hawkeye & Friends has made a change, a life-saving change, in the lives of hundreds of dogs. We survive solely on donations from people who love animals, especially dogs and with your support you can be part of a wonderful change in the lives of so many sweet, sassy, smart, not-so-smart, laid back, not-so-laid back, quiet, not-so-quiet, well-behaved, not-so-well-behaved but all incredible dogs. Your support will help Hawkeye & Friends continue our never-ending mission.

10/13/2026

I come out of the utility room tonight and see this. All safe, well fed, comfy and tuckered out. This is why I do what I do.

10/05/2026

The weatherman is calling for temps to drop into the upper 30's by tomorrow morning here in Imlay City so time for some fresh straw for the few dogs who prefer sleeping outside in the cooler weather. Happy comfy dogs.

10/04/2026

A great big "THANK YOU!!" to our friend Tony for helping me finish installing the new portion of the front fence. Tony is a workhorse - he shows up ready to work and doesn't stop until the job is done. The new portion of the fence looks fantastic and the dogs get to enjoy playing in what's left of the pile of filler sand we needed. Tony, thank you for all your help today. Much, much appreciated my friend.

09/07/2026

SCAM ALERT: This is a new one. I just found out there are posts by someone named Constance or Connie Bryd representing a company called Alumni offering t-shirts, hoodies & mugs for sale with proceeds going to Hawkeye & Friends. I know nothing about this and I did not approve or authorize anyone to use the name & logo of Hawkeye & Friends for this promo. Do not purchase anything from the post by Connie Bryd representing Alumni.

08/27/2026

So much bad news, sad news lately. Here are 19 of the 62 reasons that have been getting me out of bed in the morning...

08/08/2026

I LIKE BIG MUTTS AND I CANNOT LIE

Like most families and businesses right now our budget has also been taking a hit the last few months. Donations are down. It's scary. Today, Gustopher Augustus (Gus Gus, Gus, Gusto, Gus-a-roni, Gus meister, The Guster, Mr. Handsome) came up to me and said, "Dad, let's do an Only Paws photo shoot. I'm ready." I was a bit hesitant but thought "what the heck." And boy oh boy, Gus turned it on. Now, before we go any further, Gus has embraced and is proud of his "not so svelt" physique. It took him eating lots of extra snacks to get where he is and he is looking good. Having said that, you should know this Only Paws fundraiser is geared more towards "doggie chubby chasers" - you know, those of us who like a little "extra meat" on our dogs. The bigger the dog the more there is to hug & kiss. This past March marked 5 years since I found Gus tied to the front gate here at Hawkeye & Friends. Someone very quietly walked on the property with Gus around 10pm, tied him to the gate and left him there. I was in bed and heard him crying. I couldn't see him because it was dark. I grabbed the flashing light, went out front and found him tied to the gate. I brought him in and he is one of the best dogs I've ever had the pleasure of caring for. He is a happy, happy (and a bit chubby) dog. And, as you'll see and appreciate, is one photogenic boy. Enjoy the photos and if you would like to help Hawkeye & Friends continue caring for wonderful dogs like Gus below is a link to make a donation via PayPal. Gus, all his brothers & sisters and I thank you.

As I was taking photos of Gus I noticed Dudley next to his younger brother Tony. Being the protective big brother Dudley is, he thought Tony is a bit young to see this kind of material/activity so he did what came naturally and shielded his younger brother's eyes with a paw to the face. Sweet boys.

Here is the link to make a donation via PayPal to help Hawkeye & Friends continue saving & caring for so many wonderful dogs. All donations are greatly appreciated. Thank you.

https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WNV7J4VABU734

08/06/2026

Holy smokes! High speed police chase happening right now on Imlay City Road (M-21) going west. Just passed here (M-21 & Cade Rd. heading west). Motorcycle at about 100 mph being chased by police with lights & siren right behind. This is slow folk territory. Ain't used to things going so fast.

08/03/2026

UPDATE SUNDAY 10PM: Bella's dad just picked her up and she is on her way home. Thank you to everyone who shared this post.

Is this your dog? This little girl was found at Imlay City Road & Brown City Road tonight (Sunday 8/2) around 9pm. She is a small black & white Husky/Pom mix. If this is your dog or you know who she belongs to call or text me at 810 417 3321. If you live in the Imlay City/Imlay Township area please share this post. Thank you.

Address

8970 E. Imlay City Road
Imlay City, MI
48444

Telephone

+18104173321

Website

https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KYSR8D2Y37XNN

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