Ovando, Montana’s Rolling Dog Ranch fetches $20K Shelter Challenge prize

The story is repeated time and again at the Rolling Dog Ranch http://www.rollingdogranch.org/ , which takes in disabled animals from around the country. That dedication and care has garnered the sanctuary its share of attention, making it one of the better-known shelters in the nation.

Despite the ranch’s reputation, however, it came as a holiday surprise when Marker and Smith learned that Rolling Dog Ranch had won the most votes in the national Shelter Challenge.

The online contest, hosted by Petfinder and the Animal Rescue Site, includes a $20,000 first-place prize.

"Talk about a phenomenal Christmas present for the animals," Marker said. "We spent about $46,000 on medical (care) this year. It’s one of our top expenses for the animals. This prize will help a lot with that."

By MARTIN J. KIDSTON Helena Independent Record

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