Crisp air, changing weather and lots of dogs ready to play!

Leroy waits patiently by the back door. Kong between his feet, tongue sticking partway out of his closed mouth, eyes focused and intent, waiting for a person to step towards the door, any hint that it is play time. Once out the door he is transformed from border collie to gazelle. His body gracefully flows through the air. Watching him lifts our spirits and makes us laugh. Happy go lucky, always ready, intense and loving life. He has no idea that he doesn’t have a home or a family, no idea that he is in transition and that he is yet another dog whose future is uncertain. He has no idea that he isn’t perfect, no idea he is unwanted, and no idea that the economy has drastically affected his chances of finding a home.

Ripley and Riley, two brothers, probably daschund pug mixes born into this world and shuffled through three shelters before they were six months old. Two puppies with distinct personalities. Two puppies filled to the top with love to give. Two puppies who should be nestled in people’s arms or snuggled in front of a fireplace in a place called home. Ripley, who just wants a human to love and hold him. Riley, who wants someone to walk, play and have cool adventures with. Two puppies who cheated death once but have yet to find a home that will offer them the stability and love that a family has to offer.

Casey, a Black Mouth Cur mix, the  almost perfect dog. Casey who enjoys short walks, time snuggling on the couch, sleeping under the desk and hanging out with people she loves. Low maintenance, low energy and happy to be warm and safe. She would be in heaven riding around in a car or truck all day, copiloting, and lending an ear. Yet despite all her qualities, despite all her goodness, despite everything she has to offer, she was abandoned and has not been able to find a family that loves her and is willing to care for her. Casey has a heart of gold and would love to find someone that wants to be a part of that.

Maiya, a Doberman mix who is still young and in need of boundaries. She is well behaved, attentive, smart and willing to learn. She loves certain dogs and has no patience for others. She will play with her friends for hours, chasing, running, bowing, ducking, evading and hiding. She makes us laugh with her antics and games. Maiya is calm and is used to being in a calm environment. She does not like to be yelled at, have choke chains on her or to be abused, nor does she deserve that type of home. She is not looking for the perfect home, just a home where there will be boundaries, patience, teaching and love so she can continue to grow and reach her full potential.

Forest, the Outlaw Feral German Shepherd, on the run from the law for over 100 days, nearly dead from starvation and Lyme disease. Unable to walk, climb stairs or balance now able to run and play but left with an intense fear of humans. Forest has a heart filled with love, desires to be around his people but needs patience and love to overcome his past. He is only available to people with extensive backgrounds in positive reinforcement and experience with clicker training. He is time consuming, demanding and worth every minute of every day that is spent with him.

 

If you know of someone looking for a dog, please try to help these dogs find homes of their own. This is a safe place, a loving place but this is only a transition for them. They need families of their own who can nurture and love them for who they are. Families that want a dog, love dogs and know that dogs will be dogs. Please help these dogs find their families!

Ripley and Riley ready for their new homes

Ripley and Riley are now actively seeking homes where they will be loved and cherished forever! Riley is adventurous, quick to learn and has been through a shaping class. He is has a number of cues under his belt. He is crate trained, housetrained and is good with dogs and cats. Ripley is a few pounds smaller than Riley and loves to sit in laps and cuddle. He is sweet, loving and quite the charmer. He is just getting started on his cues and knows his sit and down. Both are neutered, microchipped and up to date on rabies, distemper and parvo vaccinations. Riley weighs 19 lbs and Ripley 14lbs. These pups are about six months old and searching for somone who will love and care for them. They can go together or separately.

Reese goes home!

Reese found a new home this weekend! She seemed perfectly content to ride home with her new people! We are very excited for her!

Maiya loves her training sessions!

Maiya loves to head down to her training sessions. She is eager to work, learn and play. She worked on a variety of cues today, had some fun playing with the rope toys and then settled down for a nice long nap! Now to find a person that loves to train!

 

 

Casey seeks her forever home

Casey is still looking for the perfect place to call home. She is a low maintenance dog who enjoys quiet time watching tv, short walks, sitting by her people and spending time curled up on a nice pillow. She is great home alone all day and is well behaved. She has been to the workshop at JRC, Wehle park and the Calcium trail. She loves riding in the car. She is looking for a quiet home with a loving individual or couple. She is great with kids but doesn’t want to be climbed on or roughhoused with. She needs a cat free house. 

Leroy enjoys his playtime especially if it involves water

Leroy enjoys a swim on the Calcium trail. He loves playing in water, chasing kongs and playing endless games of fetch. Leroy will initiate hugs but does not like to be cuddled or coddled. He lives to play and fetch. He settles down nicely and is crate trained. Leroy knows sit and down. He is started on clicker training and will work in exchange for play time with his kong. This sweet dog is looking for a home where he can be himself. This boy is both devoted and independent. He would prefer someone who enjoys spending time with him without smothering him. He walks well on a leash but much prefers his exercise with a game of fetch! When he is tired he will lie down and chew on his kong. This boy is fun, playful and provides a lot of laughter and joy.

Ripley and Riley visit the Bon Ton

Ripley and Riley spent two hours at the Bon Ton last week, selling community day booklets to help cover the cost of their neuter. Although sales of the booklets were slow, both dogs nonetheless had fun meeting, greeting and exploring the new surroundings!

Ripley and Riley narrowly escape euthanasia

 

Ripley and Riley missed their death row appointment by a few hours. Tragically, there are so many good dogs that don’t have such luck. We are rejoicing though because these two brothers are full of life and joy. They provide hours of comic relief with their puppy antics. They are scheduled for neuters on 10/26/2009. Ripley is the smaller of the two daschund mixes. He loves to cuddle and sit on his person’s lap. He prefers people to other dogs but will take off for a good play session. Riley is more adventurous and spends his time equally between people and dogs. Both puppies are started on clicker training. Riley is working on sit, over, under, through (tunnel), dance and walking the balance beam. He is in the basic obedience class. Ripley knows his sit and will start his other training shortly. Ripley and Riley will not be posted for adoption until after their surgery but they are actively interviewing for their new family. Both dogs have visited the workshop at JRC and did well. Both dogs are shy at first but do warm up.

Forest after a long day of fun

Forest enjoys his time with other dogs whether it is playing or sleeping. He is very social with the other dogs and people he knows. He is slow to warm to strangers and has difficulty adjusting to new people. 

Sir Forest settles down for a quiet evening

Forest has made amazing strides in his rehabilitation. His muscles continue to grow stronger and he continues to gain weight. He loves playing Kong, going for runs and snuggling on the couch. He has grown increasingly wary of strangers and prefers to be around people he knows. We are no longer allowing adoption visits for Forest without an interview prior and a home visit to ensure he is going to the right placement.