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Lionel's Legacy

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Lionel's Legacy

Creating a legacy of COMPASSION, ADVOCACY, and EDUCATION through saving senior dogs. We have accomplished so much but still have a long way to go.
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In 2011 we had the pleasure of fostering our first senior who was a 15 year old pittie mix pulled from a Los Angeles shelter. We had fostered many dogs before but the one who stole our hearts was Lionel. He was in horrible shape and wasn't given much time to live but his spirit and will amazed and inspired us all. After his passing, we soon realized the amazing gifts he shared with us and felt compelled to advocate for senior dogs in need. In the rescue world it's an extreme gamble as adoption rates for seniors are low and medical costs often high. As a result, so many senior dogs are left behind at the shelter to live out their final days in confusion and discomfort. It is our goal to save and advocate for ONE senior furbaby at a time, and support anyone who is willing to do the same. The second component to Lionel's Legacy is the message we share with our children. As an elementary school teacher, I've learned how little we are doing as a society to educate our children about humane issues involving animals. As a result, we have a mounting problem that so many rescues are working to resolve each day. Through our humane education program at Central Elementary, we will be working with Sweetwater High Animal CARE Club to provide an educational program to our students who have a passion for animals. The goal is for students to become compassionate, advocating, respectful, and educated animal lovers who can share their new found knowledge with their peers and leave a legacy that Lionel will remember!

11/07/2026

FOREVER FOSTER FRIDAY!!!

Meet Willie, rescued from San Diego Humane Society on October 13th, 2025.

Willie is a true earth angel. He lives for cuddles, kisses, treats, and walks. Whenever food is around, he politely reminds you of his presence by grunting, just in case you want to share and forgot about him. He seems to have no idea he is a very big boy and tries to make himself small and fit his whole body in a chihuahua-sized dog bed or on a lap. Willie has 2 families through our rescue, and co-fostering has allowed him to be happy and comfortable in two homes. Willie primarily lives with one family where he is a stellar brother to 4 other dogs. When his foster mom travels for work, he lives with another family where he is an only dog, but has human and cat sisters. Both of his families think it’s possible a sweeter sole has never existed.

Willie is one of 30+ Forever Fosters in our care due to medical and/or behavioral needs that are best supported in a lifelong foster home. Thanks to our incredible foster families and monthly sponsors, Lionel’s Legacy provides necessary food, supplies, and medical care for life. ❤️

Help us keep this promise. Become a monthly sponsor today:
https://lionelslegacy.org/make-a-donation/ 🐶

11/05/2026

ADOPT ME!!!

Meet Olive! She is eleven years old and only twelve pounds.

Olive is a sweet little dirty winged angel. She came to us extremely heavy, scared and sad. In just a short time, she has blossomed into a sweet, happy loving little girl. She weighs about 11 pounds. She is very quiet, loves walks and absolutely loves snuggles! It takes her a bit to warm up but now that she has she is just a super sweet joy to have around. Olive is good with other dogs and okay with kids. She likes to lie in the sun for short spells. She is good in the car.

To learn more about sweet Olive go to www.lionelslegacy.org 🐶🐾

11/02/2026

ADOPT ME!!!

Meet Steve! Steve is a fifteen year old, eleven pound Shih Tzu. This little gentleman is officially on the lookout for his forever foster or adoptive family!

Steve is a sweet 13-year-old boy who is super chill with daily moments of peppiness. He gets excited to go on walks and ride in the car and then sleeps all night in a dog bed close to his human. Nothing seems to bother Steve. He gets along with all dogs, large and small. His eyesight isn’t great, and he prefers to be carried up and down stairs. Steve initially had a few accidents in the house, but once he got the lay of the land and a routine in place, he consistently goes outside. He doesn’t mind being picked up and will sit on your lap, but not on the furniture. He is not a barker, instead he talks to you when he wants something, particularly food. Steve enjoys playing with toys and would love another dog to snuggle up with. His ideal home will be one with a canine companion who will engage in a little play time between naps.

To learn more go to www.lionelslegacy.org 🐶🐾

Address

Lakeside, CA

Opening Hours

Wednesday	11am - 2pm
Friday	11pm - 2pm
Saturday	11am - 2pm
Sunday	11am - 2pm

Telephone

+16192125623

Website

http://www.lionelslegacy.org/, https://linktr.ee/lionelslegacy

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