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This Week’s Featured Adoptable Dogs @ Willamette Humane Society by Martha Russell

29 Wednesday Apr 2020

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Dear Fellow Dog Loves,

There were three special dog adoptions last week in the midst of these challenging times. Since I’ve written about all three of the dogs in my posts, I thought I’d let readers know they are now happily in their forever homes.

 

 

Rosie

Here she was with Megan when she was still at the shelter.

 

Blue

This youngster was one of Marianne’s favorites while at the shelter.


 

Nestle

Our sweet nine-year-old senior, Nestle, was adopted by his foster family! We all loved him so much at the shelter! He arrived as a stray in January and he waited and waited for his new family. Then COVID-19 happened and as many dogs as possible were moved into foster homes. As sometimes happens, a family takes in a shelter dog fully intending that it will be for only a short time…then it happens…love. Such is the case with Nestle! Here is what the foster family wrote the day they made it official.

“It’s official! The adoption paperwork is signed and he is all ours!! There wasn’t a dry eye in the car yesterday when we got the call we could come in and complete the adoption process. It’s hard to put into words how much every member of our family wholeheartedly LOVES Nestle. We cannot imagine our home without him and we’re so grateful that we get to be his forever family. He has brought such a great amount of joy to our family and he fits into the rhythm of our lifestyle and family dynamics just perfectly. He is glued to my daughter’s side and the two of them are inseparable throughout the day (and night, as he sleeps in her room). Every day since he’s been with us, he has just soaked up all the constant attention and loving scratches and pats and walks….so much love! We are all on cloud nine in our house today knowing Nestle is now a permanent member of our family. A huge and heartfelt thank you to everyone at the Willamette Humane Society who helped us with this process. ❤️❤️❤️”

And here Nestle is with his forever family. Could he BE any happier? I think not!

 

The Adoption Process 

WHS is keeping people safe while continuing to match dogs and cats with their perfect fits of families. WHS is open for adoption appointments 10:00 – 3:00 every day.

To find out exactly how the adoption process works, click on the link below:

Adoptions Continue! But Your Patience Is Crucial

 

 

 

 

In this post I am writing about only one dog who is currently available. The other three, I have featured in the last two weeks.

Lucky

I have written about Lucky many times in my blog posts. These are some of my all-time favorite pictures of him, here with Megan and Marianne. Lucky is now with a wonderful foster family.

 

“Lucky has so much love to give. He just needs someone to love him back!” That is how Lucky’s foster dad sums up this wonderful dog. 

Lucky is a one-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix. He had a difficult start in life, as he didn’t get crucial socialization and training during his most opportune time.

Lucky was surrendered to WHS on November 24, 2019. He was overwhelmed at the shelter. Staff and volunteers immediately started working to help him realize that the world doesn’t have to be a scary place. He loved spending time with volunteers, and when he was able to relax he was a happy, affectionate, playful adolescent. We quickly realized that Lucky is very smart, treat-motivated, and loves to learn. He enjoys romping with some dogs, but not all, and will need to meet any dog he will be living with. He would no doubt enjoy having a trusted dog sibling to help build his courage around new things.

As the weeks went by and Lucky was not adopted, his shelter stress increased. Finally in February, Lucky did have some actual luck when volunteer Chris agreed to foster him. Since that time, in Chris’ home, Lucky has done amazingly well. While he still has some things he is working on, Lucky has made remarkable progress with Chris’ rewards-based training.

Here is what Chris wrote in his most recent update: 

“Lucky is a great dog! Since he had little training or socialization as a puppy, he had a lot to catch up on when he came to us. He is doing fantastically well! Lucky is now totally house-trained and well-behaved. He is doing very well when walking on a leash and being polite when meeting new people. He loves toys and is doing great with learning to share his toys and treats. Lucky is extremely affectionate and loves to lie in laps to cuddle on the couch, or curl up next to his family on the bed. He has a lot of energy, and needs a home with a big yard and where he will have lots of opportunities to play. He learns fast but he still has a lot to learn. Fortunately, he is very strongly food-motivated, and will do just about anything for a treat.”

Lucky’s ideal home is a quiet, feline-free adult one with a dog-experienced person who will give him the attention he craves and the time he needs to adjust to new surroundings. While Lucky is still learning about the world, he will be such a loyal and devoted best friend.

If Lucky sounds like your perfect new companion, go to http://www.whs4pet.org and then to the adoptable dog page. You can fill out the Adoption Questionnaire by clicking on the link “Ask about Lucky.”

 

 

 

 

We have two happy updates this week!

Thor

Thor arrived at WHS in September of 2019. This is what I wrote about him in my September 18th post:

Thor is a delightful six-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix with some paralysis on the right side of his face. We have no idea what caused it, but it doesn’t bother him at all. However, it makes his right eye look smaller than his left and he has a little trouble holding onto a treat on the right side of his mouth. That also doesn’t bother him a bit as long as he gets the treat! Marianne says his face matches his goofy personality.

 

Thor quickly became one of our favorites and we were thrilled when a family came to meet him with one of our long-ago favorites, WHS alumnus Gunner, whom they had adopted in 2014.

 

The two dogs were instant best friends. Last week I got this great update.

“I’ve been meaning to write to you to give you an update on Thor for a while! He is doing great!! He still gets a little skittish sometimes, mostly when he’s inside. Outside in our backyard, he’s a total tough guy!! He and Gunner are fabulous together. The picture I included is how he lies on the couch every night. He will not lie on the floor. He always thinks he needs to be on the couch, which we don’t mind. He loves his morning walk!! He actually sits in front of my husband and does this low grumble until it’s time for his walk. We are so very happy we adopted Thor!!!”

 

 

Montegro/Monty

If you are a regular reader of my posts, you will remember Montegro (Monty) very well. He was a transfer from our sister shelter in Maui, Hawaii. He was not a handsome dog. The Maui shelter thought he had probably been attacked by a wild boar at some point and he was missing part of his mouth. He immediately became a volunteer favorite because of his gentle, affectionate nature. We were worried about him finding a home. We didn’t need to be. Here he is meeting his forever family for the first time.

 

Monty’s family has been wonderful about sending updates, and yesterday I got this one!

“Monty is a continuous breath of fresh air. It’s been a little over a year ago since we adopted him, and we can’t remember life without him. He has a way of spreading love and joy everywhere we take him.”

 

On those happy notes, that’s it for this week!

 

All of the dogs I have featured today, along with other terrific dogs waiting to be adopted, can be found at Willamette Humane Society. Here is the link to the adoptable-dog page:

https://whs4pets.org/adopt-a-pet/dogs-2/

Remember, if you see a dog on my blog whom you are interested in meeting, try to make arrangements to get to the Willamette Humane Society soon. Some dogs are adopted more quickly than you might think.

You can reach me at  adoptanoregondog14@yahoo.com

This Week’s Featured Adoptable Dogs @ Willamette Humane Society by Martha Russell

22 Wednesday Apr 2020

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Dear Fellow Dog Lovers,

Most of our Willamette Humane Society shelter dogs are continuing to spend time in their foster homes and loving every moment. WHS is keeping people safe while continuing to match dogs and cats with their perfect fits of families. WHS is open for adoption appointments 10:00 – 3:00 every day.

Click on this link for the info you will need if you are interested in meeting a dog appearing on the website: www.whs4pets.org. The website will also give you a link to find out everything about how the shelter is dealing with COVID-19 and making sure everyone is safe for adopting.

I’ve been writing bios of some of the foster dogs for the WHS website, which include observations from the foster families. In this issue I’m going include one such bio as well as information about two other available dogs, one at the shelter and one newly in a foster home, plus three happy adoption updates.

 

Are you looking for a mature, smart, calm dog who loves sticks? Do you have sticks? Do YOU love sticks? If so, you need to meet ME!

“Darcy is loyal, super smart, eager to learn and calm.” That is the way Darcy’s foster family describes this sweet senior. 

 

Darcy is a German Shepherd mix. She came to us as a stray, so we are unsure of her exact age, but believe she is about seven. She arrived at the shelter looking quite thin. We have no idea how long she was out on her own, but she walked right up to a good samaritan as if asking for help. 

Darcy was very uneasy being inside the shelter at first, making us wonder if she’s been an outdoor-only dog. She has gone to playgroup, and seems to be selective in her dog likes. She spent much of the time following the handler around the yard.

Here she is shortly after she arrived at WHS with Ayla.

 

Darcy is doing very well in her foster home. They report that although she seems to have had no training, she learns quickly and is eager to please. She loves to go for walks and has improved greatly in not pulling. When there are no distractions (dogs, cats, etc.) she enjoys gentle strolling.

Darcy loves to ride in the car and is doing better about not barking at people and other dogs. She already has learned several commands like sit, lie down, stay, and come. 

Her foster family feels that Darcy will do best with people who have previous dog experience. They do not have children, but think that she might like and do well with kids. She is rated for ages about ten and older. She will need a cat-free home, as they are just too tempting for her to chase. 

Darcy is house-trained and will alert by barking once or twice when she needs to go out. She is well-behaved and quiet in the house. She loves to play fetch with a stick, but shows no interest in a ball. She enjoys playing in water, being petted and brushed, and is good for bath time. She is not a “needy” dog, though she likes to be in the same room as her fosters. She will alert if someone comes to the house.

Here Darcy is relaxing in her foster home.

 

What is Darcy’s ideal home? She would love a dog-savvy person who has a yard where she can relax and some sticks for her person to throw. She hopes to go for long walks. She’d like a person who will continue her training and be able to spend a lot of time with her. If you think Darcy would make a great new member of your family, submit the Adoption Questionnaire found here: https://whs4pets.org/inquire/?petname=Darcy&id=43980953.

 

 

 

I’m nervous around new people and situations, but give me a little time and watch what happens!

Thor, a one-year-old mixed-breed boy, arrived at the shelter very uneasy and frightened. He had lived with the same family since he was eight weeks old and the shelter was a scary place for him. Jessi, one of our professional trainers, spent time with Thor and gained his trust. He looked so worried during his photoshoot.

 

 

Thor has done well in shelter playgroups and gotten along with most other dogs. He still would need to meet any dog he would be living with, as he is a “rough and rowdy” player, so play styles should be similar. He will need to go to a cat-free home, as he can’t resist chasing them. He is nervous on slippery floors and will sometimes “pancake” when first asked to walk across them.

Thor has not lived with children, and because he can be handling-sensitive and shy, he is rated for kids thirteen and older. He is house- and crate-trained. He is quite nervous about riding in cars.

Thor is a talker and he usually has a lot to say as he tries to communicate what he needs and wants. His voice can be whines, barks, and sometimes growls, though it is never threatening, he’s only expressing his thoughts. His foster family explains, “He doesn’t use his voice in anger but can get intense if ignored.” He is initially fearful of strangers, but with a little time, will warm up.

Happily, Thor did not have to stay in the shelter long, and is now enjoying his foster family. They adore him. They report that he has settled into their home happily and is an active, playful goof. He is learning commands and has mastered sit, while currently working on others. “He tries to anticipate what you want him to do, but he has a short attention span,” says his foster family. Happily, Thor is food-motivated and is becoming ball-motivated, as well.

At 88 pounds, Thor is big and quite strong, so is working on polite leash walking. Then there is his tail. His foster family warns: “His tail, when wagging, can knock down small trees and most likely small kids.”

Wanting a lap dog? Do you mind if it’s 88 pounds of lap dog? Say his fosters, “He likes trying to be a lap dog and invites himself into your chair. We allow Thor to sleep with us. He is a bed hog.”

What is Thor’s ideal home? He’d like a fenced yard to play ball in and a family who will continue the rewards-based training that his foster family has started. Thor is a very social boy who will enjoy walks, fetch games, and then an evening of hanging out with his peeps while they relax. If Thor sounds like a great fit for your family, fill out the Adoption Questionnaire here: https://whs4pets.org/inquire/?petname=Thor&id=43868055

 

 

 

 

 

I’m looking for a special home, is it yours? You are going to LOVE me!

Roxie is a six-month-old American Staffordshire Terrier/Rottweiler mix. She is a happy, bouncy, and excitable youngster who can’t wait to find her perfect fit of a home. She was surrendered after WHS was closed to volunteers, so her pictures were taken by Jessi, one of our professional trainers.

 

 

Roxie was surrendered because she does not do well with small children who are often unpredictable in their sudden movements. Roxie had not had much training when she arrived at the shelter, but the staff has been working with her and report that she is smart and eager for praise. Although she has the typical short attention span of a puppy, she is highly treat-motivated and learns quickly with reward-based training. As one staff member put it, “Short attention span, adolescent brain, but very sweet.” She now knows the commands sit, down, and will “stay” for ten seconds! She was crate-trained in her former home and happily goes into crates at the shelter.

Roxie is a bit nervous when there is sudden noise or in new situations. If she goes home with another dog, they will need to meet. Roxie can play the “victim” with some dogs, which can lead to problems if the other dog has a prey drive.

Roxie loves stuffed squeaky toys and human touch. She is affectionate and as she is still a puppy, she’ll need lots of action.

What is Roxie’s ideal home? She will need a family with adults or teens fifteen and older who will have the time, energy, and patience to guide her to become the wonderful best friend she can be. With play, positive training and love, Roxie will blossom. She can’t wait to meet her forever people.

If Roxie sounds like a great fit for your family, fill out the Adoption Questionnaire here:https://whs4pets.org/inquire/?petname=Roxie&id=44138745.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We have two updates this week!

Mini/Milli

I wrote about Mini in my March 25th post:

“Mini is a ten-month-old German Shepherd mix who was surrendered to WHS in January. She had had very little socialization in her young life except with her two brothers in the home. All three were outdoor dogs only and had learned very little about the world. She was terrified when she came to the shelter.”

Here she was with Ayla.

 

Mini was adopted in February, but returned because she was so frightened of everything, including coming into the adopter’s house. But then on April 3rd, a patient and understanding person took Mini home, knowing she was going to be a big challenge. We have gotten two updates from her. We are so grateful to this amazing woman and the power of her love.

“April 5 — Minni is now Milli. She is doing OK. She loves the back yard and talking to the dog next door when she is out. We are working on coming in the house. We got her into the back bathroom and a little bit into the mud room. But as soon as I go towards her she runs back outside. Yes, she is going to be work but I think she is happy here. I also put her on a leash and walked around the backyard. She did good at staying by my side.

April 14 — I think Milli is happy with us! She now comes in the house, but will not sleep inside yet. She loves to pick up things (shoes & socks) and take them outside. I have covered her bed with one of my shirts and she cuddles with that at night. She got to meet the grandkids and their yellow lab and she absolutely loved playing with them. All around I think she is adapting well. Just taking time.”

I’m hoping we’ll get some pictures of Milli in her new home soon.

 

 

Maxwell

I wrote about Maxwell in my March 4th post:

“Maxwell first came to WHS in September of 2019, having been an outdoor dog only. He was surrendered because he has chronic skin allergies. Medication at the shelter helped, and Maxwell was adopted in November. However, his new person lived in an apartment and Max was surrendered again in February because his person decided it was not fair for Max to be in an apartment all day while the owner worked.”

Maxwell quickly became a favorite of both staff and volunteers. Here he was with Marianne and Megan.

 

On April 2nd, Maxwell was found by his perfect family. Here is their update:

“Just wanted to send out a quick note to let you know how Maxwell is doing. He has adjusted to our home quite well. He has his dog bed in the room and obeys our commands to go lie down when he gets too excited. And he immediately, on his own, will lie down when we are eating. He’s never tried to sniff our food and he doesn’t beg. He really is a very good dog. We have taken him for walks in the park and the first time he wanted to chase every squirrel in the park and meet every dog. But we kept him on short leash to prevent him from running away from us or knocking us over. We would simply tell him “no,” and he would stop. Now when we walk he makes no effort to chase squirrels. He is very willing to please and rarely has to be told more than twice. He is a good boy and we love him. Thank you so much!!!”

We’re hoping to get some pictures of Maxwell in his home, too.

 

On those happy notes, that’s it for this week!

 

 

All of the dogs I have featured today, along with other terrific dogs waiting to be adopted, can be found at Willamette Humane Society. Here is the link to the adoptable-dog page:

https://whs4pets.org/adopt-a-pet/dogs-2/

Remember, if you see a dog on my blog whom you are interested in meeting, try to make arrangements to get to the Willamette Humane Society soon. Some dogs are adopted more quickly than you might think.

You can reach me at  adoptanoregondog14@yahoo.com

 

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