The HEIGL FOUNDATION is one of our rescue partners! They are a wonderful organization founded by Nancy and Katherine Heigl (GREY’S ANATOMY actress) in memory of a wonderful son and brother.The focus of the Foundation is to increase awareness of inhumane treatment of animals, support non-profit rescue efforts, assist homeless shelter animals with rescue and medical treatment, fund and encourage free spay/neuter clinics, place rescue dogs and cats in loving homes, and educate the public about the horrors of puppy mills and dog fighting.

Pico was rescued by the Heigl Foundation from a dog hoarding situation in South LA. The woman running the kennel was capturing pit bulls off the street and taking them out of the South LA shelter on days that had reduced fees. Pico originally came from the South LA shelter. He was neutered and vaccinated but became very unwanted one he came to the horrible kennel because he wasn’t, in their words, “tough enough”. There was only one plan for Pico, allow him to be attacked by the other dogs until he, like many of the other male pit bulls, disappeared to go into a life of fighting or die by way of a slow painful death from dog fighting injuries. Luckily for Pico he made it out thanks to the Heigl Foundation. He is now a big strong happy healthy boy who is still be leash trained. He is a stubborn boy who is learning how to walk and not jump on people. He is still young, under 3 years. If you are an experienced pit bull or power breed person, Pico might be a good match. No other male dogs in the home, no cats and only intermediate and advanced dog owners should consider Pico unless you plan to work closely with a knowledgeable trainer. Pico is a good dog who is so deserving of a second chance in life. He weighs about 65lbs, has been neutered and is current on his vaccinations.