A torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) can be a stressful experience for dogs and owners alike. Torn ligaments are usually presented as a severe limp and an inability to bear weight on a back leg. Unfortunately for us and our rescues, it is something we have encountered far too many times. Cruciate ligament tears can happen regardless...Read more Read

Blue’s Story:  Blue, our now 10 year old Rottweiler, arrived in our care in September 2007. When Blue came into our lives, she required a lot of love and medical attention. Her fear of human touch was so overwhelming, it often prevented her from experiencing all we had to offer.  Blue came to us with Heartworm...Read more Read

Who We Are and What We Do: Keshet is a boarding facility, as well as a large breed dog rescue just outside of Ottawa, ON. Passionate about dogs from an early age, Debbie Moffat founded Keshet Kennels/Rescue with a vision of it being a place for all things dog. We offer many essential canine services,...Read more Read

We are very excited to introduce you to the new Keshet Kennels/Rescue website. The newly updated website was designed to be functional and fun. The various pages and applications are intended for people of all ages. Whether your interest lies in our services, education, awareness, recreational reading, or fun for the family, we have it...Read more Read

Enzo was adopted into our care in early March 2013. From the moment he arrived, it was clear to us that he was a special guy. He was a stunning boy with a great personality to match. Both his size and bark were impressive and he dwarfed the stocky Rottweiler’s that we had grown accustomed...Read more Read

One cannot tell Damien’s story without mentioning his former canine companion, Emma. Emma, estimated to be 13 years old, was a female Rottweiler with a fairly traditional Rotti look.  Damien, estimated to be at least 7 years old, is a tall, broad, Rottweiler with a tail. Damien and Emma, although never confirmed, were believed to...Read more Read