Thayne Hamilton of Grey Muzzle rescue on Orcas Island with Molly. Photo from Grey Muzzle.
I heard about Grey Muzzle rescue on Orcas Island several years ago, and I was scheduled to visit it a few years ago, but I had to cancel due to a snowstorm, and I never made another appointment to see it.
After watching this video from TalkItUpTV about the rescue and its founders Thayne and Chris Hamilton, I’m kicking myself for missing the opportunity to see this amazing rescue.
After Chris died in 2013, Thayne carried on her dream of rescuing older dogs and continues to run the Grey Muzzle.
Here’s one thing on the video that best explains the intense dedication they shared for their dogs – after suffering from a serious illness, Chris signed a Do Not Resuscitate order so doctors could not try to revive her if her heart stopped. The reason? She didn’t want to run up excessive hospital bills they couldn’t pay. They would not only lose their home, but more importantly, they would lose their dogs too.
Robert, are you acquainted with him? Do you think he might take one of the remaining OAS dogs–maybe Toby? Or Ralph?
I’m not but I could contact him. Could you email me their behavior reports?
Hi there! It’s Carol, Thayne’s fiancé & rescue partner. We are very full at the sanctuary now & have some difficult dogs, so we are really not taking dogs in. We recently made an exception for a Great Pyrenees we are fostering. We really are hoping to focus on that breed since we know them do well, have a fenced in sanctuary, and have room for them to roam securely.
What a great story. I am a huge lover of animals, dogs being my favorite. This couple has been able to help so many dogs with next to nothing. I am so glad that you are helping him continue the work he and his wife started. It sounds like he will have so much stress taken from him. He looks like a very nice man. I hope some day to be able to meet him.
He did sound extremely nice. He’s one of those people that give off a powerfully positive vibe.
Maybe we should have a chat again huh? Or maybe you’d like to visit?
Yes, I hope so! Thank you for the fantastic work you do.
Hello Thyne,
My family would love to volunteer:) We don’t have much, but we have the ability to scoop poop like batman saves gotham:) please let us know if that’s a possibility!
Thyne isn’t on this website. You should contact him through the link in the post. Thanks for wanting to volunteer!
what great thing to do sad that his wife died but carrying on what his wife wanted this would be me too !
What a wonderful place Thayne and Chris created. I’m so happy that he’s now able to continue on with rescuing more dogs. We need more people like him in this world. God bless him.
This is a dream of mine, I admire him and his late wife. I can’t imagine where one finds the money especially if you don’t own land or a house. Hopefully someday. I’m so thankful people like him exist especially in the world we live in today.
Me too.
Greetings Carol & Thayne! I so wish to speak to you, as creating a sanctuary for dogs is exactly what I have wanted to do for years. If you can possibly give me a call, I would be immensely grateful. I have several questions and joys to share. 937-587-3324. Ever So Sincerely, Kaiajade
Dearest Thayne & Carol,
WoW! My first comment disappeared! Anyway…As I was saying…I have so wished to create a sanctuary for dogs on my 54 acre farm, and am hoping that you may find some time to give me a call so I can ask a few questions and share some joy. I just Love you both and am so grateful that these wonderful friends of yours have you…
Most Sincerely,
Kaiajade
OOps…Forgot to leave my number. 937-587-3324 Kaiajade
I just saw the video from Talk it Up TV and of course, was very touched. When asked what I’d do if I ever won the lottery, I always truthfully tell people that I would start an old dog and cat animal sanctuary. Thus, this story touched my heart very strongly. Animal lovers are the best people on earth. May God continue to bless your wonderful rescue sanctuary. If I ever get out that way to visit my grandson I would love to visit with you and meet your precious rescues.
I really wish to make a donation by check by mail. Would like an address where to mail said check. I love the work you are doing. Very heartwarming. God Bless You both.
I would also like mailing address to send a donation by check
Try going to their FB page. It should have the info – https://www.facebook.com/greymuzzle.rescue?fref=ts
Thanks for contributing!
I take a dog off 13 jears old and am happy because he hase a bautiful caracter the man trow him off the street now he is happy ay wich that ay cant more for old dogs but yhave not the place or lmoney to do that y wish you all the luck its wonderfull greeting from belgium
Merci,beaucoup. Je suis heureux que vous aidez le chien vieux.
i was very moved by this video. What a great job of helping these unwanted dogs. They needed love and good care, and the Hamilton’s provided this for them.
In what way can we send a donation to help him?
We need an address for his Rescue organization.
You can donate at this link – http://www.gofundme.com/thaynehamilton. You can also email them at grey_muzzle_sanctuary@juno.com to get their address. Thanks for giving.
Being a dog lover since I was little and having 3 dogs , two of them rescues from the street,I can understand you and your wife love for those poor dogs ,my admiration goes for the two of you ,and I’m very sorry about your lost ,GOD is with you two and all his blessings because you’re taking well care of his living creatures.
I was really touched by your video but the link says you are no longer accepting donations. Do you accept email address – hopefully for updates, videos, pics. No pressure. I’d just like you to have my email address. And kiss them pups for me!
You should do to the Grey Muzzle website or Facebook page to see if you can sign up for updates.