There’s a woman in Jackson who does so much for the forgotten and discarded animals in the community (and with the lack of spay and neuter laws in the state, that is an unimaginable number).
The calls never stop for Chrissy Cheshire. She has dedicated her life to her rescue called Cheshire Abbey. She is one of the most selfless people you will ever meet and doesn’t hesitate to stop and help even when she can’t. She finds a way.
That commitment was on full display again at 1:43 a.m., when Chrissy’s phone rang. Though she usually keeps her phone on silent, she says, “I guess God knew I needed to get this phone call.” On the other end was a Jackson Police officer who Chrissy has worked with for years. The officer was at a Waffle House in West Jackson, trying to help a woman in distress—who had two dogs and nowhere to take them.
The woman, battling her own personal crisis and receiving help from emergency responders, was being told she couldn’t keep the dogs with her. Tearfully, she handed them over to Chrissy.
“These dogs are her life,” Chrissy shared. “But she knew if she’s going to take care of herself, she couldn’t take care of them right now. She asked me to do what’s best for them. That’s love, even in heartbreak.”
The dogs, now named Hiro and Haru, are safe, clean, and receiving medical care thanks to Chrissy and her rescue team. They’re both sweet, grateful boys—clearly bonded and now sleeping on soft beds after what was likely a very uncertain night.
But this story is just one of many.
At any given time, Cheshire Abbey is caring for more than 75 animals, each with their own unique needs—medical, emotional, and otherwise. Chrissy personally coordinates rescues, transports, vet visits, and foster placements, often paying out-of-pocket and relying heavily on donations from compassionate supporters.
She’s also built lasting partnerships with law enforcement, who know she’ll answer the call when a vulnerable animal has no one else.
“We owe thousands to our vet clinics,” Chrissy admits. “But I’ve put it in God’s hands. For now, I’m just focused on what needs to be done today.”
Thanks to Canton Road Animal Hospital, Hiro and Haru are receiving shots, boarding, and neutering. The rescue still owes over $2,000 at the clinic, and that’s before the costs for these two new intakes and another dog currently undergoing heartworm treatment.
Chrissy’s dream is simple: to never say no to an animal in need. But that dream depends on others stepping up, too.
How You Can Help:
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Foster or adopt: Hiro and Haru need a loving home—preferably together.
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Donate: Venmo: @cheshireabbey or PayPal: [email protected]
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Pray: For Hiro and Haru. For the woman who bravely chose what was best for them. And for every animal still waiting on a soft place to land.
“I wish I had time to post them all,” Chrissy said. “But just know—we try to help every single one we can.”
To support Cheshire Abbey or follow their life-saving work, visit them on Facebook or reach out directly. And a special thank you to the police officers who care enough to call and find help for the four-legged community members when they need help.
