Weekly Roundup: Monday 08/10/26 – Sunday 08/16/26

By staff writer Leon Russ

Dreamweaver Farms is a place where love shows up every single day — in muddy paw prints and wagging tails, in gentle eyes, and in the steady, compassionate hands of people who give their whole hearts to the animals who call this place home. Whether you’re drawn here by the dogs who brighten our days or by the incredible humans who care for them, please know how deeply grateful we are to have you as part of our Dreamweaver family.

This farm is built on love, patience, and second chances — and there is always room for you here.

ADDISONS

Willow is our newest arrival, an 8-week old puppy who stays in Addison’s Command Center during the day. She got here on Saturday and he’s already won the heart of caregiver Kelsey. She is fostering Wilson. In fact she didn’t stay overnight once at the farm.

Willow is full of puppy energy, he will play with anything and chew on everything. She thinks everyone should play with her including the cats in Addison’s and old man Winston. They don’t hold the same view as Willow is often out of control running at full speed while having no clue how to put on the brakes. In other words, a puppy.

We really aren’t sure what thoughts are running through this girl’s head, but we think she’d tell you,

“Wow! Everything is brand new and so much fun! The other dogs here, even the funny looking dogs that speak another language (cats). I’ll get them to play with me, I promise. Everything is a toy here, the milk jugs, the squeaky thingy, pant legs, people’s fingers. I love the farm but it sure is nice to go home to a house at night. Thanks Kelsey!”

Walker is at the opposite end of the spectrum. This old guy has moved to Addison’s Command Center because he now has trouble getting up and down stairs.

Walker has also decided he is now an inside dog. This old guy doesn’t want to go much anymore. He has to be forced to go outside and potty. Once he’s done his business he wants right back in, even on the nicest of days.

Inside the Command Center he is actually pretty spry. He hates being in his crate and much prefers to run about the floor. It’s as if he is experiencing puppyhood all over again. The catch is he doesn’t enjoy the company of other dogs while he’s playing his own games. His growls and snarls at Willow, a common occurrence for any dog on the floor with him that gets too close. Walker also loves people and all the attention and loving he can get from them.

We believe Walker would say,

“It is nice to be in the Command Center. There aren’t as many dogs in here so it’s much more peaceful. Well, except for that puppy. But the caregivers usually let me out by myself so I can run around a little, sniff out the place, and most importantly, get them to love on me and let me sit in their laps. Life is good here”

COTTAGES

SOS Ingrid and Trooper have discovered their own secret to surviving the scorching South Carolina summer: get underneath a camper, dig yourself a nice cool hole, and settle in!

Trooper seems to believe that the hole he has dug beneath the camper is the finest piece of real estate on the entire farm. And honestly, he may have a point. It’s cool, shaded, private, and the perfect place to enjoy one of his favorite hobbies—chewing on things.

Trooper is a true people dog. He loves being around people and soaking up their attention. He also loves to eat…and apparently his definition of food is a little broader than ours. Tennis balls, toys, grass, sticks—and yes, actual food—all seem to make his list of possibilities.

We imagine Trooper would tell us,

“Under that camper is the best spot on the entire farm! If I can take something under there, I can chew on it without anyone seeing me, and it’s the coolest place to be when I’m outside. I don’t know why, but I really enjoy chewing on things. They tell me the chewing part is okay—the swallowing part is what gets me into trouble. I’m trying really hard to remember that part!”

Ingrid takes Trooper’s strategy one step further. When she crawls underneath the camper, she keeps going farther and digs herself even deeper into the cool earth. At her age, Ingrid has figured out what matters most: find a comfortable spot, stay cool, and enjoy life at your own pace.

Ingrid loves people, too, although she prefers them when they aren’t telling her what to do. She feels much the same way about other dogs. She’s perfectly happy to share her space—until someone gets a little too close. When that happens, Ingrid has no problem making her feelings known.

We think Ingrid would tell you,

“Trooper and I are probably the smartest dogs here. We know exactly how to stay cool! At my age, I like things a certain way, and when I don’t want to be bothered, I’ll let you know. I’m not cranky. I’m just particular about when and where I want to be social. I think I’ve earned that right.”

KENNEL

Tortellini is one of our newest arrivals, having been with us for just two and a half weeks. He’s still learning that he can trust us, but this handsome boy has already shown us the most wonderful smile.

Tortellini arrived not feeling well, so we immediately began caring for him, took him to see Doc, and followed the treatment plan he prescribed. Today, Tortelli is feeling much better. He’s happy, smiling, and beginning to show us more and more of his sweet personality as he continues to recover.

He absolutely loves people, although he’s a little cautious when someone reaches toward his head for the first time. Chest rubs and butt scratches, however, are always welcome! Once he knows you, you can work your way up to those head pats.

Tortellini doesn’t do well with other dogs, so we’ll be looking for a special home where he can be the only dog and receive all the love, attention, and affection his heart desires.

He also has a wonderfully funny little routine. Whenever he comes back into the kennel building, one of the first things he does is jump up onto the table, wag his tail, and flash his caregiver that beautiful smile. We suspect he’s looking for two things: a little admiration for his athletic ability and, of course, more pets and attention.

We think Tortellini would tell you,

“I’m really glad I made it to the farm. I wasn’t feeling very good when I arrived, but they took me to see Doc and they’ve been taking such good care of me. I’m feeling better now. I already love my caregivers because I know they love me, too. I like jumping on the table when I come inside because it makes them smile—and when they smile, I know I’ve made them happy.”

SOS Patches is not a fan of thunderstorms. We’ve had more than a few storms roll through over the past week, and poor Patches has been absolutely terrified.

When the thunder begins, Patches doesn’t even want to leave the kennel to go outside. He shakes with fear, and all he wants is to feel safe.

Caregiver Madison has been there for him, climbing into his run, holding him close, and gently reassuring him until the storm passes. It’s heartbreaking to see such a sweet boy so frightened because, when the skies are calm, Patches is an absolute charmer.

We think Patches would tell you,

“Thunderstorms are the worst. The loud noises, the wind… I hate all of it. Luckily, I have caregivers who understand how scared I get and do everything they can to help me through it. All I can do is wait for the storm to pass, but it’s so much easier when Madison sits with me and reminds me that I’m safe.”

HOUSE

Millie has officially become a dog for the very first time.

For nearly her entire five years, Millie’s life revolved around having puppies for her breeder. She arrived at the farm pregnant and gave birth to her final litter here. But that chapter of her life is now over. Millie has been retired from breeding, and she finally has the chance to discover what it means to simply be a beloved pet.

Millie initially went to a foster home but eventually returned to us. Now caregiver Abel is her foster dad, and Millie seems to have decided that she quite likes this arrangement.

She enjoys coming to work and seeing all the other dogs, but what she enjoys even more is going home with Abel at the end of the day and having a home of her own each night.

Millie is a big fan of car rides and adventures with Abel. At her foster home, she’s learning how to be a dog from Sadie, while also discovering the fascinating world of other species, including cats and even a gecko!

Most of all, Millie is a cuddle bug. She wants to be with her people just about 24/7. She does have one rather adorable quirk, though: she is absolutely terrified of toys. Every dog has their little oddities, and apparently toys are Millie’s.

We think Millie would tell you,

“I’m really happy to be retired from motherhood. It got to be a little much after a while. Now I get to have fun with my foster sister Sadie and all the other guys. I love going to work and coming home again, and I especially love looking out the car window and seeing and smelling all the new things along the way. I’m just so happy I made it to the farm and found people who looked out for me. They tell me that someday I’ll have a forever home of my very own, but for now, this life is pretty wonderful.”

Aiden is a five-year-old boy who lost his sight because he wasn’t properly cared for. When he arrived at the farm, he was terribly matted and covered in urine and feces. He went straight to the groomer for a much-needed bath and haircut, and it was during that grooming that we discovered just how serious the problems with his eyes had become.

Today, Aiden is living in the House, where he is learning how to navigate his new world.

At first, even something as simple as getting onto one of the raised beds was difficult for him. But Aiden is a determined little guy. He learned where the beds are, how high they are, and exactly how high he needs to step to get up on them—and back down again.

He has also learned the layout of the House. He knows where he is going, and watching him gain confidence and independence has been one of those little things that makes all of us smile.

Aiden absolutely loves his food, and perhaps losing his sight has made his hearing even more impressive. When he hears that food preparation has begun, he’s already howling to let everyone know that he is ready for dinner!

We think Aiden would tell you,

“I feel so much better since I came to the farm. They took me straight to the groomer, and when they shaved away all that hair and gave me a bath, it felt like a huge weight had been lifted from me. I hadn’t felt that good in a very, very long time.

“A few days later, I went to see Doc, and he told everyone that my eyesight isn’t going to come back. That’s okay. I’m learning. I use my ears and my nose to help me find my way, and little by little, I’m figuring things out.

“There are lots of dogs here to make friends with, and maybe they can help me along the way, too. So don’t worry about me—I’m doing just fine. Someday, I wouldn’t mind learning how to navigate a forever home of my own, but until that day comes, I’m going to keep enjoying life here, one day at a time.”

From urgent rescues to joyful reunions, you are part of every step. Every life changed here begins with your compassion.

To our steadfast supporters — we couldn’t do this without you.

Your generosity keeps Dreamweaver Farms strong, but it’s your compassion that truly changes lives. Because of you, dogs who arrive frightened and unsure leave surrounded by love.

Whether their stay is short, or they become part of our SOS family, each dog is safe, valued, and deeply cared for. Thank you for standing with us through every rescue, every challenge, and every celebration. The hope we share each week is possible because of you.