Rescue of the Month · October 2024
It Takes A Village Rescue
North Carolina
It Takes A Village Rescue's mission is simple: to rescue until their services are no longer needed. Connected through the grapevine of social media, their "Villagers" share compassion, love and empathy for every creature in their care. Their vision is to extend that love across the Carolinas and to any dog in need.
$5
It Takes A Village Rescue was our Rescue of the Month in October 2024. $5 from every My Metal Rescue silhouette sold that month went to support their work. See this month's rescue.
Their story
It Takes A Village began with a dog named Jimmy Buffett, lost in the Carolinas. The sweet young pup found his way to Melissa and Lori through the power of social media — and before the two ever met in person, they worked together to share his story and find him a loving new home.
Since 2017 they have connected hundreds of homeless pets with hopeful adopters. With the purchase of a transport van, the Village has grown to partner with northern rescues too.
Silhouettes for ITAVR fans
Breeds close to ITAVR's heart, cut from steel and hand-finished in Idaho. Every silhouette we sell supports that month's rescue.
More rescues we've supported
A different rescue every month since 2020 — more than $50,000 donated so far.
September 2024
Skiatook Paws and Claws Animal Rescue
Skiatook, OK
Helped turn the shelters in Skiatook, Oklahoma and nearby towns no-kill.
Meet SPACAR
August 2024
Pibbles and More Animal Rescue
Binghamton, NY
A foster-based, no-kill rescue in Binghamton, NY, with a special place in its heart for pit bulls.
Meet PMAR
Past partner
Golden Retriever Rescue of Wisconsin
Wisconsin
Volunteer-run rescue, rehab and rehoming for Wisconsin's golden retrievers.
Meet GRRoW
November 2024 & November 2026
New Jersey Boxer Rescue
New Jersey
Volunteer-run boxer rescue since 2003 that has never turned a dog away for illness or age.
Meet NJBR- Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.