When Darcie Galati went on vacation to Cancun, Mexico with her daughters, she never would have dreamed that a dedicated rescue organization would be birthed
Appalled with the number of animals loose in town, and how many were being shot at the pound, Santa's elves started Bethel Friends of Canines to rescue Alaska's unwanted pets.
When Ashely Rodden first saw the stray dog covered in ticks and things she didn't think much of him, but the next day she saw him again and new she had to help him.
“Donations began pouring as the news spread of River and his owner’s heartbreaking story. River’s dad has been overwhelmed by the generosity and outpouring of support,” the Chester Foundation wrote.
“Harley is a cherished member of our family. He rarely leaves our side. His boundless love of life gets us through the difficult times and makes the good times even better.”
