Florida Animal Rescue Alliance
Campaigns
Bubba
Give Bubba His Second Chance
Miami, FL • Florida Animal Rescue Alliance
Bubba’s story began with survival. In March 2026, when he was only about one year old, Bubba came into the care of Florida Animal Rescue Alliance (FARA) after being found with multiple wounds on his body, including an injury around his neck. His condition raised heartbreaking questions about what he may have endured before being abandoned. But despite everything he had been through, Bubba remained affectionate, loving, and eager for human connection. FARA stepped in to give him the care and second chance he deserved. Bubba received veterinary care, vaccinations, and was later neutered and microchipped. As we got to know him, it became clear that this young American Staffordshire Terrier/pit-type dog had plenty of love to give, but he also needed structure, consistency, exercise, enrichment, and an experienced person who could understand and support his needs. Our wonderful volunteer, Dani, opened her home to Bubba and became his foster mom. While FARA continued working toward finding the right long-term placement, we wanted to give Bubba every opportunity to succeed. This month, Bubba spent time at The Confident Canine in West Palm Beach, where he received professional behavioral support in a structured environment. He also received veterinary support for anxiety as he adjusted and worked through the challenges of being in a new setting. Last week, Bubba returned to Miami and is now back with his foster mom, Dani. And he is still waiting. Bubba is a young, intelligent, affectionate, high-energy dog who needs the right home, not just any home. He needs someone who understands his energy level and is willing to provide consistency, structure, patience, exercise, and continued guidance. Dogs like Bubba are often overlooked because of their size, breed type, or behavioral history. But Bubba is so much more than a label or a difficult chapter in his past. He is resilient. He is affectionate. He is intelligent. And he deserves the opportunity to become the happy, secure companion we know he can be. Why Bubba Needs Your Help While Bubba waits for his forever family, FARA remains responsible for providing the care and resources he needs to stay healthy, safe, and thriving in foster care. His ongoing expenses include professional behavioral support, veterinary care, anxiety medication when needed, food, exercise, enrichment, and other foster-care necessities. While Bubba remains in foster care, these costs add up quickly. We are asking for your help so that his financial needs never stand in the way of giving him the care and support he deserves. Your donation will help FARA continue to provide: Continued behavioral support and training Veterinary care and medications when needed Nutritious food and basic foster-care supplies Exercise and enrichment A safe, stable foster environment Ongoing support while we search for his forever home Help Us Keep Saying Yes to Bubba Bubba has already overcome so much in his short life. He survived whatever happened before he came to us. He has learned to trust again. He has received care, guidance, and a safe place to land. Now we need to keep that commitment to him. Your donation helps ensure that Bubba can continue receiving the support he needs while he waits for the person who will finally choose him. Until that day comes, FARA will keep standing by Bubba. Please help us give this deserving boy the time, care, and second chance he needs.
Limpy
Limpy’s Long Road to Healing — From the Streets to Safety
Miramar, FL • Florida Animal Rescue Alliance
Limpy is a community cat whose rescue by Florida Animal Rescue Alliance was the result of more than a year of patient, determined effort. From the beginning, he was known for his visible limp—how he earned his name—and his clear struggle to survive outdoors in a high-risk environment. Volunteers spent months attempting to humanely trap him, but Limpy remained extremely cautious, often avoiding traps even when hungry. Over time, however, he began to show signs of trust, slowly approaching caregivers and revealing a more social, curious nature beneath his fear. After more than a year of consistent effort, Limpy was finally safely brought into care. His condition upon intake reflected the toll of long-term survival outdoors. He required treatment for respiratory infection, parasites, skin and dental infections, and was found to be FIV positive, meaning his immune system is compromised and requires ongoing management. Further evaluation revealed additional medical concerns, including: \- A likely old, improperly healed leg injury affecting mobility - Painful, damaged paw pads requiring ongoing care - A mass/abscess near the throat requiring continued monitoring - Recurring skin issues linked to allergies and immune suppression Most recently, Limpy was diagnosed with diabetes after showing significant symptoms. He has begun oral treatment and now requires daily medication, routine monitoring, and follow-up veterinary care to maintain stability. Despite this complex medical picture, Limpy has shown an incredible spirit. He is affectionate, social, and vocal—often seeking attention and leaning into affection as if he has been waiting for kindness all along. Even during handling and treatment, he remains calm and trusting. Limpy is now safely indoors for the first time in his life, finally able to rest and receive consistent care. While his conditions require lifelong management, cats like Limpy can thrive with proper treatment, stability, and love. Florida Animal Rescue Alliance is committed to giving him that chance. This campaign will help cover Limpy’s ongoing medical care, diabetes management, and long-term treatment needs so he can finally live safely and comfortably after years of survival on the streets. Thank you for supporting Limpy’s second chance at life. 5/21/26 Update: Limpy Still Needs Your Support Limpy continues to settle into foster care with Florida Animal Rescue Alliance Inc., and there have been some encouraging updates regarding his overall comfort and health management. After further evaluation, it was discovered that Limpy only has his four canine teeth remaining. Because of this, along with his diabetes diagnosis, he is now being maintained on a high-protein wet food diet to help keep him comfortable while also supporting better blood sugar management. Since transitioning fully to wet food, Limpy has been drinking a more normal amount of water and urinating less frequently, both positive signs that his condition may be stabilizing with his new care routine. However, he is still dealing with ongoing skin issues, including masses and hot spots that continue to require treatment and monitoring. Florida Animal Rescue Alliance Inc. continues to closely monitor Limpy’s health and provide the ongoing care, nutrition, and medical support he needs to stay comfortable and continue improving. Thank you to everyone continuing to support Limpy and his recovery journey. 8/14/26 Update: Limpy Is Thriving in His Foster Home Limpy continues to do wonderfully in his foster home! Her cats have become much more accustomed to him and mostly ignore him now, which has allowed him more freedom to roam throughout the house. He even has free rein overnight while the other cats sleep in their bedroom. After nearly six months with his foster family, Limpy seems completely settled in and comfortable in his new environment. Given how well he has adjusted, Florida Animal Rescue Alliance will also be checking in with his foster to see if she may be interested in making Limpy a permanent member of the family. Thank you so much for supporting Limpy's campaign and giving Florida Animal Rescue Alliance the opportunity to share his progress with everyone who has followed his journey. Your support has meant so much to Limpy and his rescue! ❤️