April 7, 2009 Archives

Update: Ryan/Pokey has been adopted.

Hi - I'm Ryan, or Pokey as my foster mom started calling me! She calls me that because I'm kinda big and a little slow, but also because I poke my nose in your hand when I want some loving. I'm about 7 years old and I love absolutely everyone - doesn't matter if you have two legs or four, young or old, big or little! I like to go for walks and play with other dogs, I also like to play with my tennis balls - and oh yeah, I LOVE the water but I really don't like stairs. Basically I'm just a big gentle giant and I want a loving forever home - and someone that will help me with my diet and exercise routine so I can lose a few pounds and re-capture my boyish figure!

Update: Beethoven has been adopted.

Meet Beethoven - 10 years old. He's one gorgeous guy and about as sweet and easy going as can be! He and his brother Jake were both dumped in a high kill shelter by their thoughtless owners that decided they were allergic to them - after a decade. Beethoven loves his toys and balls, but his creaky joints don't allow him to fetch like he did in his younger days. He will happily carry a tennis ball around and is content if you throw it a few feet for him. He loves to cuddle up with his foster mom and is a big love bug! He also enjoys running errands and riding in the car. Most importantly, he just wants to be with his people and have a soft bed to sleep on - although if given the chance he'll curl up on the couch! Beethoven would love to find his forever home (without too many stairs) and a second chance at happiness!

Meet Lila. She's a petite 10 year old black Labby mix. Lila was very confused and forlorn when she found herself dumped in a high kill shelter. She couldn't understand how she ended up in such a scary place! When she first came into rescue she was very shy and often went outside and sat by the gate barking - we think she thought she'd been dognapped and wanted to go home! In time, Lila has come out of her shell and is learning to love and trust again. She likes hanging out with her foster dad's other fur kids and she's even started wagging her tail and taking treats out of his hand. Lila likes to go for walks and is a well behaved older lady. She doesn't ask for a lot - just a gentle touch, loving kindness and a nice soft bed!

If you are interested in meeting or adopting Lila, or any of our other dogs, please fill out an adoption application.