My name is Alyssa. I volunteer in multiple areas with the rescue, am on the board and I am also the Application Processing Coordinator. I make sure that all of our adopters and fosters are contacted in a timely manner to help the dogs find their homes! I also help with events and posting on our Facebook and Instagram pages.

I live with my 4 dogs, one of which was a foster "fail" through the rescue, and another I adopted through AAAH. My family always had dogs growing up; but when I moved out on my own, I didn't live in an apartment that allowed pets. I had experienced a tragedy which caused my mom to suggest that I consider moving to a pet friendly location. I took her advice; and she got me my first dog as an adult, Stella.

Stella became my best friend, my side kick. She and I became so close and bonded that all I wanted to do was give back to the species that saved me. Volunteering with a rescue just seemed natural to me. When I'm not helping with the rescue, I can be found cuddling with my pups, off roading in my Jeep, or enjoying nature at any local state park.

Hi I’m Natalie. My husband and I have fostered several dogs for Abby’s Angels and I also help coordinate medical care, plan and help with fundraising and take care of secretarial duties for the rescue.

We were the parents to Suki, one of the Loveabell pups that you may remember. She was such a blessing to our lives and we miss her every day.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with our three grandsons, our daughters, camping, having family time and spoiling our 14 year old rescue boy, Eeyore.

Hi. My name is Kelli.

I started fostering through Abby's Angels in January 2021. After medical issues forced me to retire from my career as a mental health therapist. After I lost my soul dog Jet.
 
Fostering has helped me begin to fix what was broken- a sense of worth, self-esteem, and spirit. Theirs and my own. 

Along the way I try to teach them some basic commands, get them used to being in a home, provide socialization, and learn all I can about them. All of this helps in finding them their perfect home. 

Fostering for this great organization and wonderful group of people is my passion. I also volunteer in other areas as needed. I am honored and thankful be part of this rescue.

I live in Bedford with my 3 rescue 

"Ninjas" - Kya, Mataia, and Mani. Mataia and Mani were both adopted through Abby's Angels. 

My name is Kerri Hanks. I have been married to my husband Rob for 29 years. We have 2 children, Bryan and Jenna. Bryan is getting married this year. Jenna is getting married in 2024.

We began fostering in 2019. We've had 5 fosters to date: Chandler, Digger, Marley, Benji and TJ. Benji was a foster fail and he is still with us. He now goes by Cooper.

In addition to fostering, I help with virtual visits, fundraisers and events as my schedule allows.

Fostering has been an amazing experience. I am blessed to be a part of Abby's Angels.

I’m Betsy Ickes, retired engineer, now writer, married to Gary, dog mom to rescues Hannah, Heidi, and Kol, and cat mom to Ben and Jerry.

My volunteer efforts for Abby’s Angels consist mainly of helping to process the applications by calling and interviewing the applicants and their references. I also help by donating time to fundraising events and volunteering when I am able.

Hi! I’m Amy! By profession, I am a Pediatrician, but my heart belongs with my two dogs, Lani and Bailey. I got my first dog, Mollie, while I was a resident in Columbus, Ohio. She taught me about the love and companionship of a pet, and we moved twice during her time with me, the first to Indiana, PA, then finally to Bedford, PA in 2014. In 2011, I added my second dog, Bailey, to my little pack. In late 2020, Mollie’s arthritis became severe. I fell in love with a tiny little puppy on the AAAH page and within days adopted my first rescue, Lani (formerly Kiba) in November of 2020.

I had several months with a pack of three and loved every moment of it! Mollie enjoyed teaching her new fur sister to be a good dog, and the two were often found snuggling. Mollie passed in March of 2021, finally succumbing to her arthritis at almost 13 yrs old. Lani has been work (she is very timid and has required a lot of training and socialization to work through this), but she is a beautiful soul and ignited my passion for rescue. I help out AAAH when I can, most often by doing virtual home visits, but when my schedule allows I have occasionally helped with application processing and events such as Santa pictures. 

My name is Joan and I help with applications. I live near Breezewood with my husband Chuck and our 2 dogs Bubba and Daisy. Retired after 30 years as an engineer from JLG. My husband and I own LaSalle's Engine & Chassis and LaSalle's Trucking and I work at both places.

I love animals, like to spend time on the water at Lake Raystown, play keyboards in the Praise band at church, belong to Bedford Business and Professional Women's Club, play golf and bowl in Elks morning league.

Hi! My name is Jessie and I have been fostering for a little over a year. My soul pup had to leave me after 14 great years together, and I wanted to help other dogs in need to keep me going and my heart full. It has been challenging at times, however the most rewarding experience I have ever been involved in.

My boys (ages 9 and 11) have learned a lot and have helped immensely along with my husband Victor.

I also continue to learn daily. We have 3 fuuurrever doggos as well that help the others learn family life. Thanks to Nicole for giving us a shot and fulfilling a dream of mine!