'"Geezers" (slang for an old man) are easy to spot: At sporting events, during the playing of the National Anthem, Old Geezers hold their caps over their hearts and sing without embarrassment. If you bump into an Old Geezer on the sidewalk, he will apologize. If you pass an Old Geezer on the street, he will nod or tip his cap to a lady. Old Geezers trust strangers and are courtly to women. Old Geezers hold the door for the next person and always, when walking, make certain the lady is on the inside for protection.

Old Geezers have moral courage. They seldom brag unless it's about their grandchildren. It's the Old Geezers who know our great country is protected, not by politicians or police, but by the young men and women in the military serving their country. This country needs Old Geezers with their decent values. We need them now more than ever. Thank God for Old Geezers!' -- Unknown

Ever since IBR began saving dogs and puppies--we have always tried to help any older dog in need. We love our sweet older dogs and no matter their health issues (which can run into the thousands), we try our best to fund raise to help pay their vetting bills. We know many have suffered terrible abuse and neglect but through patience and compassion from our foster homes and adopters, we are dedicated to making sure their golden years are filled with love and dignity. We welcome any donations to off set the care of our Geezers & Grannies.

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Dog's name: Winslow Homer Breed: Beagle State of origin: Licking County, Ohio Diagnosed illness: Neglect and ear infections Prognosis: Homer is still dealing with his ear issues-but so far he is doing amazingly well!! Adoption status: Adoptable

Dog's name: Ollie Breed: English Setter State of origin: Kentucky Diagnosed illness: Heartworm disease, Lyme disease & Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: He's got a long road to recover--but so far he is doing amazingly well!! Adoption status: Adoptable

Dog's name: Charlotte Breed: Pointer X State of origin: Kentucky Heath status: Good!! Adoption status: Adoptable

Dog's name: Mandilyn Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Heartworm disease/ treatment went very well and Mandi should have a long life ahead of her. Prognosis: Very Good Adoption status: Adoptable

Dog's name: Rachel Ray Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Iowa Heath status: Good Adoption status: Adoptable

Dog's name: Ophelia Breed: English Setter State of origin: Tennessee Diagnosed illness: Mammary cancer, Ehrlichia and Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: Ophelia will continue antibiotic therapy for her Ehrlichia and RMSF--but her mammary issues are done with 2 successful surgeries. What a relief! Adoption status: Adopter waiting in Maryland!!

Dog's name: Dashielle Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Heartworm disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: Dash is curently heartworm free and we are awaiting a new test to determine his RMSF status. Adoption status: Adoptable

Dog's name: Jasper Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: Good!--Treatment was successful Adoption status: Adoptable

Dog's name: Tammy Duckworth aka Duckie Breed: English Setter State of origin: Missouri Diagnosed illness: Heartworm disease, Mammary cancer, Spleen cancer, chronic Ehrlichiosis, Lyme disease, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Prognosis: She is happy, but may only have months to live. Adoption status: In Hospice Care Duckie's story

Dog's name: Trapeze Breed: English Setter State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Rocky Mountain spotted fever- negative post treatment. Prognosis: GREAT!!! Adoption status: Adoptable

Dog's name: Lani aka IBR's Wild Orchid Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Kentucky Diagnosed illness: Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: GREAT- post treatment!!! He's pointing now :O) Adoption status: Adoptable

Dog's name: Rory Breed: English Setter State of origin: Ohio Diagnosed illness: Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: GREAT!!! Adoption status: Adoptable

Senior Adoptions and Those We Have Lost

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Dog's name: Heathcliff aka IBR's Unrequited Love Breed: English Setter State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Lyme disease, Ehrlichia and Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: Good Adoption status: Adopted January, 2010

Dog's name: Doc Wembley Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Kentucky Diagnosed illness: Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: Still undergoing treatment Adoption status: Adopted by foster mom-2009.

Dog's name: Grandma Katie Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Illinois Age at rescue: 13 Adoption status: Adopted by foster mom-2009.

Dog's name: Maggie Mae Breed: English Setter State of origin: Indiana Diagnosed illness: Thyroid cancer Prognosis: Hospice care Adoption status: Sadly Maggie died in foster care-2009.

Dog's name: Lacey Breed: English Setter State of origin: Ohio Prognosis: Rocky Mountain spotted fever, cataract issue in one eye. Adoption status: Adopted by foster mom-2009.

Dog's name: Abbey Lane Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: Good Adoption status: Adopted by foster mom-2009.

Dog's name: Ladybird Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Kentucky Diagnosed illness: Lyme disease, Ehrlichia and Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: Treatment is ongoing Adoption status: Adopted by foster family-2009.

Dog's name: Elizabeth Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Kentucky Diagnosed illness: Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever Progosis: Lizzy is having seizures that are being monitored. We suspect they are related to her RMSF. Adoption status: Adopted by foster mom-2009.

Dog's name: GiGi Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Mammary Cancer and Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: We are hopeful. Adoption status: Adopted by foster family-2009.

Dog's name: Cameron Breed: English Setter State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Heartworm disease, kidney issues Prognosis: Had a very rough heartworm treatment. Adoption status: Adopted- 2009, died in early 2010.

Dog's name: Lucy Breed: English Setter State of origin: Michigan Diagnosed illness: Mammary cancer Prognosis: We are hopeful Lucy has a long life Adoption status: Adopted 2008--Canada

Dog's name: Sara Lee Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Indiana Diagnosed illness: Lyme disease, mast cell tumor on rear leg Prognosis: Good Adoption status: Adopted by foster mom-2009.

Dog's name: Georgia Breed: English Pointer/GSP State of origin: Georgia Diagnosed illness: Unknown Adoption status: Adopted by foster family- 2009.

Dog's name: Sir Wallingford Breed: English Setter State of origin: Tennessee Diagnosed illness: Heartworm disease, chronic Ehrlichiosis Adoption status: Adopted posthumously by IBR President. He is buried near my home under a lilac bush.

Dog's name: Reba Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Georgia Diagnosed illness: Mammary cancer Prognosis: Reba lived 18 months after her surgery. Adoption status: Adopted- deceased 2009

Dog's name: Mack Breed: English Setter State of origin: Pennsylvania Adoption status: Adopted- 2008

Dog's name: Jordan Breed: English Setter State of origin: Indiana Diagnosed illness: Heartworm disease, Lyme disease Prognosis: After a grueling heartworm treatment, Jordan recovered nicely Adoption status: Adopted 2008

Dog's name: Henry Breed: English Setter State of origin: Illinois Adoption status: Adopted 2008- Canada

Dog's name: Doc Holliday Breed: English Setter State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: Good Adoption status: Adopted- 2008

Dog's name: Sammy Anne Breed: English Setter State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: Good Adoption status: Adopted by foster mom-2008.

Dog's name: Milton Breed: English Setter State of origin: Ohio Adoption status: Adopted 2008

Dog's name: Joe Elliot Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Heartworm disease, Ehrlichia and Rocky Mountain spotted fever Prognosis: Excellent Adoption status: Adopted 2008

Dog's name: Arthur Breed: English Setter State of origin: Indiana Diagnosed illness: Chronic Bronchitis Prognosis: Medication needed. Adoption status: Adopted- 2007

Dog's name: Gizmo Breed: English Setter State of origin: Indiana Adoption status: Adopted by foster mom- 2007.

Dog's name: Sir Elton Breed: English Setter State of origin: Ohio Diagnosed illness: Lyme disease with complications Adoption status: Elton was let go in 2009 after he started to have seizures. God Speed!!!

Dog's name: General Lee Breed: English Setter State of origin: Ohio Diagnosed illness: Unknown Adoption status: Adopted

Dog's name: Cali Lily Breed: English Setter State of origin: Kansas Diagnosed illness: Unknown Adoption status: Adopted

Dog's name: Bosco Breed: English Setter State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Mast Cell Tumor Adoption status: Adopted by foster family.

Dog's name: Dorothy Breed: English Setter State of origin: Michigan Diagnosed illness: Mammary cancer Adoption status: Deceased

Dog's name: Willow Breed: English Setter State of origin: Ohio Diagnosed illness: Unknown Adoption status: Adopted/ deceased due to renal failure. Willow most likely had an undiagnosed tick borne illness.

Dog's name: Mabel Breed: English Setter State of origin: Indiana Diagnosed illness: Unknown Adoption status: Adopted.

Dog's name: Skippy Breed: English Setter State of origin: Missouri Diagnosed illness: Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Spleen cancer Adoption status: Was put to sleep. Adopted posthumously by foster family.

Dog's name: Case Breed: Beagle State of origin: Kentucky Diagnosed illness: Heartworm disease Adoption status: Adopted in 2007

Dog's name: Lady Dianah Breed: English Setter State of origin: Indiana Diagnosed illness: Unknown Adoption status: Adopted in 2007

Dog's name: Rosie Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Tennessee Diagnosed illness: Rocky Mountain spotted fever Adoption status: Adopted

Dog's name: Gideon Tate Breed: English Setter State of origin: Indiana Diagnosed illness: Unknown Adoption status: Adopted in 2006, died shortly after.

Dog's name: Summer Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Illinois Diagnosed illness: Rocky Mountain spotted fever Adoption status: Adopted in 2008

Dog's name: Nina Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Indiana Diagnosed illness: Shattered rear leg Adoption status: Adopted in 2008

Dog's name: Mr. Darcy Breed: English Setter State of origin: Kentucky Diagnosed illness: Unknown Adoption status: Developed cancer and was let go in foster care.

Dog's name: Doreen Hobbit Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Arkansas Diagnosed illness: Spleen cancer Adoption status: She was put to sleep and adopted posthumously by her foster family.

Dog's name: Agnes Hobbit Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Arkansas Diagnosed illness: Pyometra (uterin infection) Adoption status: Adopted in 2006

Dog's name: Ozzie/Molly Hobbit Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Arkansas Diagnosed illness: Unknown Adoption status: Deceased in foster care.

Dog's name: Serafina Ballerina Hobbit Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Arkansas Diagnosed illness: NEGLECT!!! Adoption status: Loved and ADORED 8 blocks away from my home. I wouldn't let the foster home adopt her out--LOL!!!

Dog's name: Laser Breed: English Pointer State of origin: Michigan Diagnosed illness: Few broken teeth--but in good shape for a change. Adoption status: Adopted by foster family.

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