Delta Canine

09/01/2026

Friends, Gemma is still looking for the perfect home. Please let me know if you would like more information about her and I will connect you with her current owners! 

🐾 Looking for the Perfect Home for Gemma 🐾

Meet Gemma, a beautiful German Shepherd who is searching for the perfect home.

Gemma‘s family loves her very much, but they are facing some circumstances that make rehoming Gemma necessary. 

Gemma is an all-around wonderful girl with so much to offer:
❤️ Loves children
💉 fully vetted and spayed 
🐶 Very social with other dogs and enjoys playgroups
🐹 Small animal safe—she currently lives peacefully with guinea pigs
🏡 Crate trained, potty trained, and has excellent house manners
🚗 Travels well and is an absolute pleasure to have around (she is currently one of my boarding clients and has been fantastic!)
🌳 Loves being outdoors and staying active

Gemma does best with women right away and is a little slower to warm up to unfamiliar men. She may bark or keep her distance initially, but with patience and a chance to get to know someone, she settles in well. She has a female veterinarian and does great at her appointments once she’s comfortable.

This sweet girl deserves a family that will give her the love, patience, and lifelong commitment she deserves.

A small rehoming fee applies to help ensure she goes to a great home.

If you think Gemma might be the right fit for your family, or if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I’d be happy to connect you with her owners and tell you more about this amazing girl!

Gemma is located in Des Moines, Iowa, area. 

Please feel free to share to help Gemma find her perfect forever home. ❤️🐾

(and yes, I used AI to create this because it’s fast and I’m busy 😅, but it is legit! )

08/20/2026

Today is Miss Piper’s LAST DAY at DC for the summer!! 🥹

She has been the best help to me and the most fun for our dogs here!! We are feeling very lucky to have had her here, and grateful to her for the excellent work she has done. Heat, rain, muddy paws, exuberant dogs, drool…. Through it all she has shown patience, grace and excellent work ethic. 🐾

Please wish her well as she starts off her first year of high school next week!! 📚

Cheers, Piper!! Here’s to a great school year, we will miss you!! 🎉

08/14/2026

This big boy is Carl. Carl is boarding with us and he came all the way from Omaha!

Carl was adopted through MARR, but before he was in our program, he was a longtime resident at AHeinz57 Pet Rescue and Transport in De Soto.

These two wonderful ladies were his besties while he was there, and I was delighted that they were able to come and visit him while he was back in the area! Clearly he enjoyed his time with them. They were instrumental in helping him find his forever home. He’s a very lucky guy, loved by many 🖤🤎🖤🤎

08/12/2026

In case you were wondering how our summer is going… 😁

We have been busy, soooooo many friends, new and old!

We continue to be so grateful to all of our clients for trusting us with their pups! 🐾

We do have a handful of boarding openings going into fall, and we do fill up fast, so if you are needing accommodations for your Doggo, don’t hesitate to reach out! . Our daycare program is currently full. We may be accepting very limited training clients coming up in the near future, stay tuned for that!  🐶

08/10/2026

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The DC dogs will be riding in STYLE very soon!!!

We upgraded our dog van and this one will be on the job once we get it set up! 🐾

We will continue to offer drop off and pick up in the Maxwell and Collins area for daycare, and we will be better set up for field trips now as well! 🐶

08/04/2026

When you spend 3 and a half months with a puppy, you get really attached to them. You get to know them as they grow, learn and develop into the dog they will be as an adult. And when they are by far one of the best in terms of temperament, and one of the CUTEST pups you’ve ever seen, you get even MORE attached to them. And when they start their time with you with a life-threatening illness and are in critical care for 3 days before you even get to know them…. Well….

Aster has been a constant in my life through some tumultuous times recently. She doesn’t know it, but she played a big part in keeping my head above water during that time because she needed me. She knew when I needed her, too. She is so intuitive, she can match your energy immediately and she knows exactly how to make you smile when you don’t feel like you have it in you. She plants herself next to you or in your lap and calms you with a steady, calm weight of puppy silliness. She has brought comic relief, smiles and warmth to many people during her time here, as well as having been a constant friend and playmate to many other dogs who have stayed with us.

On Saturday, we will put Aster’s harness on one last time…. pack up her vet records, her food, her maze bowl, and all her other worldly belongings and load her up into the car with her new mom 🥹

She will be going to live on an acreage with other dog siblings and some mules, and I have no doubt she will bring her new momma just as much joy as she has brought me. Probably more!

My heart is a little sad, but my head reminds me that this is why we foster- we are just a page in the best novel ever written. The story might be a roller coaster, a journey of hills and valleys, but the happy ending is SO worth it.

I’m grateful for the opportunity to share a little slice of this girl’s life, and I can’t wait to see her flourish in her forever home ❤️

07/29/2026

This guy is a special case. And he is going to need a special person to carry him through the rest of his treatment and get him feeling good again, while at the same time being able to handle some behavior needs.

He feels like crap and, as we all know, sometimes our temperament suffers because of that. 😕

He has been through so much, he deserves a soft landing with someone who can give him the care he needs. 

MARR will pair the foster or adopter who takes this guy in up with a trainer so you will have support anytime you need it. 

Meet Finnegan AKA Finn 🤎

⏰ Finn needs a foster or adopter by Friday, August 7❗️

📍Currently in Indiana.
MARR covers Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Wisconsin. Transportation is available for fosters within our coverage area.

Finn has come a long way since arriving in MARR’s care, and now he’s looking for the right person to help him take the next step.

After being rescued, Finn has been receiving treatment for heartworm disease while recovering in foster care. More recently, he was diagnosed with Masticatory Muscle Myositis (MMM)- a rare, immune-mediated disease that affects the chewing muscles and can be painful. While MMM is not curable, his veterinary team is working to help manage his comfort. This condition likely causes discomfort and may be contributing to some of the behaviors he’s recently shown. He’ll need a person or family that’s committed to continuing his medical care and working closely with their veterinarian.

Because of the discomfort he’s been experiencing, Finn has recently shown signs that he’s uncomfortable with certain types of handling, especially around his face and head. We believe pain has played a significant role, and finding the right environment to continue his care is incredibly important.

To help set Finn up for success, he is looking for a home where he can be the only dog. He also needs a home with no cats and no small children. He’ll do best with someone who understands large breeds, will respect his boundaries, and is committed to helping him continue healing.

Despite everything he’s been through, Finn deserves the chance to heal in a home where his medical needs can be managed with patience, consistency, and compassion. We’re hopeful that, with continued treatment and the right person by his side, Finn has a bright future ahead.

🐾 More about Finn here:
adoptarott.org/available-for-adoption/

🐾 Interested in fostering through MARR?
Apply here:
adoptarott.org/foster_application.html

🐾 Interested in adopting?
Apply here:
adoptarott.org/adoption_application.html

Please donate if you are able so we can continue saving dogs like Finn 🤎
Donate here: adoptarott.org/donate/
Venmo: -Rescue
PayPal: MidAmerica Rottweiler Rescue

Please share Finn’s story. The right person could change his life. ❤️

07/26/2026

UPDATE: THE RESULTS ARE IN!!!

Some of you had some good guesses, but I would have never guessed the GP!

So we have our classic Rottweiler traits of loyalty, natural guarding instincts, and the “wait and watch” approach to threats (as well as the giant baby when it comes to comfort!!), some fantastic livestock guardian instincts while being a lower energy dog of the Pyr (and both fairly independent breeds) and a little sprinkle of that handler-oriented instinct and classic GSD watchy-barky-ness!!

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Heyyyyyy it’s Sunday funday!!

Let’s play a little game. You may remember that Aster has two sisters who were already adopted, and one of those adopters submitted a DNA test for her sister Amaryllis. We have suspected that these pups were a mix, and we were right!

Any guesses as to what this sweet little face is made up of behind the scenes?? If you already know, don’t cheat 😆

And yes, one of the breeds is Rottweiler!

Comment below with your guess! 

07/16/2026

🐾 Looking for the Perfect Home for Gemma 🐾

Meet Gemma, a beautiful German Shepherd who is searching for the perfect home.

Gemma‘s family loves her very much, but they are facing some circumstances that make rehoming Gemma necessary. 

Gemma is an all-around wonderful girl with so much to offer:
❤️ Loves children
💉 fully vetted and spayed 
🐶 Very social with other dogs and enjoys playgroups
🐹 Small animal safe—she currently lives peacefully with guinea pigs
🏡 Crate trained, potty trained, and has excellent house manners
🚗 Travels well and is an absolute pleasure to have around (she is currently one of my boarding clients and has been fantastic!)
🌳 Loves being outdoors and staying active

Gemma does best with women right away and is a little slower to warm up to unfamiliar men. She may bark or keep her distance initially, but with patience and a chance to get to know someone, she settles in well. She has a female veterinarian and does great at her appointments once she’s comfortable.

This sweet girl deserves a family that will give her the love, patience, and lifelong commitment she deserves.

A small rehoming fee applies to help ensure she goes to a great home.

If you think Gemma might be the right fit for your family, or if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I’d be happy to connect you with her owners and tell you more about this amazing girl!

Gemma is located in Des Moines, Iowa, area. 

Please feel free to share to help Gemma find her perfect forever home. ❤️🐾

(and yes, I used AI to create this because it’s fast and I’m busy 😅, but it is legit! )

07/04/2026

Some of you may remember Rusty, FKA Ross, who we fostered along with his sister Monica, now known as Harlow!

These were husky/Rottweiler mix pups and they have grown into gorgeous adults!

 Rusty is celebrating this historic Independence Day with his family on the lake, practicing safety with his life vest, along with a name tag on his collar and a microchip that is registered to both his owners and to MARR as a fail-safe.

 Here are some practical and easy-to-follow Fourth of July safety tips for dogs:

* 🏷️ Make sure your dog has proper identification. Check that their collar fits properly and that ID tags are current. If your dog is microchipped, verify that your contact information is up to date.
* 🏠 Keep your dog safely contained indoors. Fireworks can cause even well-trained dogs to panic and run away. Keep doors, gates, and windows securely closed.
* 🎆 Keep fireworks away from pets. Never allow dogs near lit fireworks, sparklers, or firecrackers. Fireworks can cause serious burns and contain chemicals that are toxic if ingested.
* 🚫 Don’t bring your dog to fireworks displays. The loud noises, bright flashes, and crowds can be overwhelming and frightening.
* 🎵 Create a calm, quiet space. Close curtains or blinds and use a fan, television, or calming music to help muffle the sound of fireworks.
* 🦴 Provide distractions. Offer favorite toys, puzzle feeders, or long-lasting treats to help keep your dog occupied.
* 🚶 Exercise early. Take your dog for a walk or play session before fireworks begin to help burn off excess energy.
* 🥩 Keep holiday foods out of reach. Avoid feeding dogs barbecue leftovers, corn cobs, bones, onions, grapes, chocolate, alcohol, and foods containing xylitol.
* 💊 Talk to your veterinarian if your dog has severe anxiety. If your dog struggles with fireworks every year, ask your veterinarian ahead of time about anxiety management options.
* ❤️ Stay calm and be reassuring. Your calm demeanor can help your dog feel more secure. Let them stay where they feel safest, but don’t force interaction if they prefer to hide.

Wishing you and your four-legged friends a safe, happy, and stress-free Fourth of July! 🇺🇸🐾