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

04 Wednesday Nov 2015

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Dear Fellow Dog Lovers,

This is a very special week at Willamette Humane Society! We are celebrating our Golden Anniversary!

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Here’s the official announcement from WHS:

“In celebration of Willamette Humane Society’s Golden Anniversary on November 7, 2015, Mayor Anna Peterson met with Executive Director BJ Andersen at the Salem City Council Meeting on October 26th, and declared November 1-7 to be Willamette Humane Society Golden Anniversary Week.”

BJ-and-Anna-Peterson-SliderCome join us on Saturday from 2:00 – 5:00 at the shelter. There will be activities for kids, a coffee bar, pet photos, and tours of the shelter and spay and neuter clinic.  Catherine Steinke, CPDT-KA will be onsite to answer questions about dog training and behavior. It will be a fun and exciting afternoon!

There were seven wonderful dogs who were adopted during the last week, including these Blog Dogs.

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One of these happy characters, Pal, was no longer technically a WHS dog. Pal arrived last May, transferred from another shelter after he had been found as a stray. While many of us fell in love with this sweet boy, no one adopted him and as the days and weeks went by, Pal became increasingly stressed in the shelter environment. When volunteers would take him on respites away from the kennels, he was wonderfully behaved and happy. I wrote about him many times on this blog, but still his perfect fit did not find him. In August, after spending a delightful weekend with volunteer Jolene at the beach, it was decided to transfer Pal to our sister shelter, Brightside Animal Center, in the hope that a change of location would find Pal’s forever home. I kept track of our boy through a fellow volunteer friend at Brightside who fell in love with him, too. Last week she excitedly wrote that Pal was going to a foster home and if he got along with the cat, they would adopt him! All of Pal’s fans were on pins and needles hoping this was his future family. Then I got this message from my friend: “All week I was texting the new family getting updates just keeping my fingers crossed! And then Saturday they came walking in to do the paperwork. Pal was riding in the truck with them and he looked so cute sitting up there like he owned the truck!” She sent along these pictures of Pal with his new person and playing in his new yard. Such a happy new beginning for a much-loved long-time shelter dog!

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I have many friends here, but I really want my very own person.

As you may have figured out by now, Henry is my current favorite shelter dog. He is an eight-year-old Chihuahua mix. He gets very attached to his person and doesn’t like to be alone. He was surrendered on September 17th, adopted once, but due to his person’s health problems, he had to come back to the shelter. He needs a quiet home without kids, cats, or other dogs. It would be ideal if his person was home most of the time. Last Wednesday we spent some extra time together after all the other dogs had been walked.

Henry Henry  HenryThen it was time to go back to his kennel.

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Henry Henry HenryIt was hard to leave him. I saw him again on Friday when I went to a meeting at the shelter and had him in my lap the entire time. I was thrilled when he was picked for Jolene’s next swim dog for that afternoon. I got to tell him the good news!

Henry (1)Here’s Jolene’s report of the adventure:

“Your buddy Henry had a terrific time swimming at Bailey’s Journey. Rode nicely in the car and didn’t seem at all anxious about the pool environment. He walked right up to say hello to a man whose dog was in the pool. He had no problem with the life vest (they even have them small enough for him) being put on him. Since he’s so small, he was carried into the pool. He’s a good, strong, fast swimmer! For his third round in the pool, they removed the life vest. He had to work harder because the vest makes it easier for dogs to float in the water, but he still had a strong third swim. When I took him back to his kennel I found him a cute argyle sweater, and when I checked on him a few minutes later he was all curled up on his bed sound asleep.”

IMG_02852 IMG_02872 IMG_02842On Sunday I had quite a few new dog pictures to take, and when done, I went to check on Henry. I was very happy to find he was not alone. Volunteer Kylie was keeping him company in his kennel.

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Looking for a fun-loving, eager, happy-go-lucky new best friend? Well, come and meet ME!

Copper is a two-year-old Mastiff mix who has been waiting for his forever home since September 27th. This extremely handsome goofball is such a happy boy. He loves people and attention, but could use some impulse-control training because he is just so excited to see everyone! Copper is house-trained and knows “sit” and “down” which he does very well. He also walks pretty well on leash. He has never been around children, so older kids would be best, due to Copper’s exuberance. He also can be picky about his dog friends, so will have to meet any new dog siblings. Copper is a “big, sweet boy” one staff member said. His previous owners reported he is kennel-trained and never chewed on anything he wasn’t supposed to. If you’re looking for a big, happy, goofy new best friend, Copper may be the perfect choice. Let’s find him his forever home! Here he is with two of his many fans at the shelter, Jolene and Laslo.

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I’m an active, fun boy who loves to play fetch! Need exercise? I can help you with that!

Baxter is a new arrival and is a Lab/Plott Hound mix. At two years old, he is hoping for a family who loves to play and who will give him the daily exercise he needs. Baxter is house-trained and knows several commands. He is affectionate, treat-motivated and would do well with older children who would play fetch with him. He seemed sad when I met him last week, and so I’m hoping his forever family will find him soon. Here he is with two of his new friends, Caroline and Diane.

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We got to have a respite at Krystal’s house!

Elsa and Anna are Chihuahua mixes who have been waiting for a new home (together) since October 3. Since they came to us as strays, the only thing we know about them is their devotion to each other. They were quite shy when they first arrived, but have really warmed up to volunteers and staff. Elsa (black) is about six and Anna (blond) is about one. Their adoption price is two for one! They need to go to their new home together. These girls will be very easy to have around.

Elsa and AnnaLast week volunteer Krystal took them for a couple of days of respite at her house with her happy four-dog pack. The whole crew got along fine. Krystal said that they are both total lap dogs, though Elsa is a tad more independent than Anna, who would like to be constantly on your lap if at all possible. Together they found a dog bed in Krystal’s basement that they decided was just right for them and after they made it clear to Krystal that they would like to have it on the main floor, and spent much of their respite time curled on it .

IMG_20151028_0926223892 IMG_20151028_0921213462Here they are with Wyatt, Krystal’s elder statesman, who oversees the care of all of the family’s fosters.IMG_20151028_0940505372Elsa and Anna have become such favorites at the shelter and we’re all hoping they’ll soon have a family of their own.

 

 

 

Yep, it’s me. Still hoping for my new person to find me and take me home.

Jolene continues to work with Opie on his skills while he waits for his perfect fit of a person to find him. Opie is a long-termer at the shelter, having arrived on June 28th. He is a two-year-old Plothound mix. Because of his bouncy personality, he has torn the muscle behind his right knee (like a human ACL) and can only go for walks for now, no racing around the yards playing with his beloved stuffed toys. Though not easy for him, Opie is doing his best to rest. For the right family, Opie will be an absolutely delightful companion. He gets along with other dogs, though no cats, please. He needs a savvy person who will continue his training, and happily, there’s a WHS class that comes with his adoption package. Opie has been at the shelter for so long, fingers and toes crossed that he’ll soon be found by his forever home.

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Are you looking for one expert tennis ball catcher and one who’s not? Well, here we are, mother and son!

What a happy duo these two Jack Russell Terrier mixes are! Meet Lola and Ben. Lola (left) is ten and Ben is eight. Lola is Ben’s mother. They are very bonded and need to go home together. Taking them to a yard to play is such fun for volunteers. Ben LOVES catching tennis balls and is quite the athlete, leaping into the air and catching the ball mid-flight! Lola, on the other hand, sits next to you and proudly watches Ben’s theatrics. They want you to know a few things about them. First, both are house-trained (of course). They have lived with kids, but would prefer older children since they are now seniors. They do not care for cats (and don’t know why anyone does) and can be picky about other dog friends. So in short, if it’s left up to them, they’d like to be your only pets. They also assure you that they are fine left alone and do not cause any destruction. These two little characters have won the hearts of all of us and we hope they’ll be in their new home soon.

Lola and Ben LolaLaslo and Diane are two Lola/Ben fans!

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I’m new here, hoping to find an Oregon home.

Otis is a handsome two-year-old Rottweiler/Shepherd mix who came to us from California. He is an extremely nice boy, though he could use some refresher practice on walking politely on leash, as he tends to pull some when excited to greet a new friend. He took my treats gently and happily posed with Esme. He does not care for cats, but seems to get along with other dogs. He’ll make a terrific dog for an active family.

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I’m Koa and this is Bailey. We’re newbies looking for our forever homes.

I met Koa (left) and Bailey for the first time on Sunday. They came to us from a sister shelter where they’ve been waiting for new homes, but didn’t find them. They’re hoping that, like Pal, they will find their forever people after moving to a different locale. Volunteer Barb picked them up and brought them to WHS and couldn’t say enough good things about how well they rode in her car. Though they are very good friends, they don’t have to be adopted together (but they’d love it). Marianne has this to say about them: “They are very sweet, they like treats, they know sit, and they listen pretty well. I really love both of them.”

DSC_56282Bailey is a two-year-old Lab/Border Collie mix. She is not only house-trained, but crate-trained as well! Here she is with Jolene.

DSC_56202Koa is a two-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier. Here he is with Caroline waiting for me to give him a promised treat.

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Caroline’s Pick of the Week!

Tiny is a one-year-old Beagle mix and what a sweet boy he is! Looking for an easy dog? Tiny it is! He may need a brush-up on house-training, since he’s been an outdoor dog for a while, but he was house-trained before that. Caroline found him to be affectionate, easy-going and a nice walker on leash. His former owner reported that he did fine when left alone. He has lived with another Beagle (also at our shelter) happily, but dislikes cats. Tiny is simply a perfect dog for a Beagle-lover.

DSC_57332 DSC_57342 DSC_57302Tiny enjoyed just hanging out with Caroline and Marianne.

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Updates!

I have several heartfelt updates this week!

Daphney

Daphney was a very special dog. Here’s what I wrote about her in December, 2012:

I first met Daphney last July. She arrived at WHS on a Sunday afternoon, eleven years old, confused and frightened. I felt so sorry for her as I snapped pictures of her for the website. Over the next several weeks, Daphney relaxed some and a volunteer named Tom started spending time with her. Tom had another Border Collie named Ben and soon he was taking Daphney home on respites. It quickly became obvious that Tom, Ben, and Daphney belonged together, and I was thrilled when Tom said he was adopting her. Since Tom helps with Sunday play groups and brings Ben and Daphney along, we get to see her most weeks.

DaphneIf you read my blog regularly, you will remember that Ben died last June. I was deeply saddened when Tom recently wrote that Daphney, at fourteen, had to be put to sleep, as well. Yesterday Tom sent me the picture below along with a poem a friend had written about his sweet girl. And if you look closely at the picture, you’ll see Ben, too.

ODE TO DAPHNEY

Master of disappearing in the dark,
and her passionate bark.

She reappears at your heels,
and is always ready for meals.

A lover of carrots and lettuce,
maybe even a little jealous.

At first quite confused,
then became enthused

with the calm and security,
you gave her surety.

Her entry to the Old Dogs Home
guaranteed you wouldn’t be alone.

In Doggy Heaven with Ben
The two romp together again.

Mona

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Sally

About the time that Daphney was showing more and more signs of her age, another senior dog arrived at the shelter. Her name was Sally. At eleven, Sally had been an outdoor dog her entire life. She was so sad, she just about broke my heart.

SallyTom started spending time with Sally. After Daphney died, Tom took Sally on a respite to his house for a few days. I crossed my fingers and hoped. Tom sent me pictures of Sally settling in at what was to become her forever home. The official adoption was on October 23rd. Last week Tom sent me this video. Who would have guessed that Sally was in reality an agility dog?!

 

 

 

 

Cassidy/Patience…and…The Movies: Mama Pit Bull and her Kittens!

Cassidy (now Patience) first came to WHS in December of 2012 on a transport from a shelter in California. She was a mess. She had serious ear infections and a damaged ear canal, she had old wounds on her body, she showed signs of arthritis in her hips, and had worn teeth. The vet guessed her age at about seven. To top it off, Cassidy showed no expression in her face. But all that didn’t matter. Her tail and eyes spoke volumes. Almost immediately she became a dog much-loved by volunteers and staff.

Cassidy - Version 3It took a long time and an ear operation, but Cassidy was finally adopted in March to the joy of all of us at WHS. Then on November 11, 2014, Cassidy was surrendered again, due to the health of her owner. Here she was with Diane at that time.

Cassidy and DianeOlder and still with ear problems, we wondered who would adopt our sweet girl now. A few months before Cassidy’s return, a new volunteer named Marianne had started dog walking. She and I soon became friends and when she heard Cassidy’s story, Marianne was deeply touched. Already having two dogs and two cats, she knew she couldn’t have another dog, but decided to take Cassidy home for a respite from the stress of the shelter. The next day I got an email from her saying she didn’t think she could bring her back, and the deal was sealed…Cassidy became Patience on November 13, 2014.

And that brings us to a few weeks ago, when Marianne decided to foster some kittens who had lost their mother. Here’s what she wrote and the pictures she sent.

“I brought 3 tiny foster kittens into my home when they were approximately 2-1/2 or 3 weeks old.  I kept them separate from my 5 other animals as they were so tiny, but in the back of my mind I knew I wanted to introduce Patience to them. Due to her history of loving every person and animal she meets, it seemed like it would be fine, but I waited a couple of weeks. The best guess about Patience’s history is that she was a breeding dog in southern California before she became just another stray pit bull picked up and put in an overcrowded shelter. If there was ever a pit bull meant to be a breed ambassador, it is my Patience. Patience is a perfect foster “mom” to these babies.  From the moment she met them, her maternal instinct kicked in and she has loved them like her own.  They adore her too, and she sweetly puts up with all their crazy kitten antics as well as their sharp teeth and claws as they climb on her, and chew on her face, feet, and tail. She has been taking care of them for about a month now, and I know she will miss them when they leave in another 3 weeks or so to be put up for adoption.  I think I see more foster kittens in our future.”

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Mama Pit Bull and her Puppies, The Movies!

 

 

 

 

 

One last personal note…

After our much-loved fourteen-year-old shelter dog, Scout, passed away last April, a group of my WHS friends ordered a brick in his memory for the memorial walkway at the shelter.  Last week I discovered it had been laid and placed next to another very special shelter dog, Spike. Words cannot express how grateful I am.

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That’s it for this week!

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

29 Wednesday Jul 2015

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Dear Fellow Dog Lovers,

There were two especially heartwarming dog adoptions last week. Both involved terrific senior girls who will be much loved for the rest of their lives. Both Katie and Roxanne had won the hearts of many of us at WHS and we were so happy to see them off to with their new families!

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And then there was Titan. This handsome boy was surrendered on Sunday while I was taking pictures of new arrivals. I liked him immediately and hoped he wouldn’t have to be at the shelter for long. I didn’t have to worry. He was there less than 24 hours!

Page_2 (1)Staff sent me his going-home picture.

Titan new familyThere were eleven other WHS dog adoptions last week, but because I’d been gone, they weren’t “Blog Dogs.” Very happy for all of them!

 

 

I don’t understand why I’m overlooked in my kennel.

You know how lots of dogs aren’t the right fit for everyone but ARE perfect for someone? Well, Wiley is such a dog. He’s been sitting quietly in his kennel patiently waiting for his perfect fit of a person since July 5th. He is such a fun, happy boy and yet keeps getting overlooked by potential adopters. Here’s the deal…Wiley is a five-year-old Australian Cattle Dog/Boxer mix. He is house-trained as well as crate-trained. He knows several commands and takes my hot dog bits very gently. Wiley does need a home without children, as he has some resource-guarding tendencies and can be frightened by loud noises. He cannot go home with cats. He might prefer to be an only pet. So Wiley has some quirks, but he has won many friends at the shelter, like volunteers Katalin and Laslo, two huge fans of Wiley. They say this about him, “He is a real sweet dog! He loves to play fetch. He brings the ball back and drops it at your feet.” I spent some time with Wiley, Laslo and Katalin on Sunday. Wiley is such a wonderful boy!

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I’m a little shy, but I’m a favorite of lots of the folks at the shelter!

Shelby is an eight-year-old American Bulldog mix. She is a recent arrival and is a little worried about why she is at the shelter, but everyone she meets falls in love with this quiet, calm girl. She has a good history with kids and many other animals including cats, dogs, birds and farm animals. Here’s what volunteer Marianne says about her: “Shelby is very mellow and extremely well-behaved. At the present time, her color is white, pink, and blue because she somehow got into some sort of dye. The color will come off eventually and she will be gorgeous, although right now she looks kind of snazzy. This is one affectionate low-key dog. I absolutely adore her and have since the moment she came through the door.” Daniel is another one of Shelby’s peeps and enjoyed hanging out with her on Sunday. We’re all hoping that Shelby won’t have to stay at the shelter long before a new family recognizes what a gem she is. Oh, and one more thing, Shelby is a “camp dog” this week, working with Junior Trainers and having a blast. She’ll be available to take home on Thursday.

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I’m looking for a fire engine! Know where I can find one?

When I arrived at the shelter on Sunday afternoon, I did my usual walk down the kennel rows saying hi to everyone. When I got to newly-arrived Roomba, he was grinning and sitting politely at the front of his kennel. I knew instantly that this boy wouldn’t be around long, he’s simply a perfect boy! Roomba is a five-year-old Dalmatian/Great Dane mix. He is wonderful with other dogs and children of all ages. He walks well on leash, is house-trained, and can be left alone with no problem (as long as there is no garbage needing to be sorted). Roomba is enjoying being a camp dog this week. Here he is with Kylie. What a guy!

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I’m still waiting for my right fit of a family! Is it yours?

Opie is an almost two-year-old Plothound mix whose behavior has improved dramatically since he arrived at WHS on June 28th. He now sits when you go in his kennel and waits at doors to go outside. He still needs some work on loose-leash walking manners. He is the perfect dog for an active family or a jogger. He learns quickly and is treat-motivated. He loves to play fetch and will bring the ball back, drop it, and wait for it to be thrown again. Opie will need to have his training continued and happily his adoption package includes a WHS training class called Check In and Chill Out, just what this boys needs. If you’re looking for a high-energy, fun, and eager partner, Opie may be just whom you’ve been waiting for! Here he is with his friend, Francis.

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I’ve been here for quite awhile, too. I need someone who knows my breed.

Percy Shelley is a four-year-old purebred German Shepherd. He came to us from a shelter in California. He needs a family with older kids, or just adults who are eager for the joys and challenges of training an intelligent and active dog. Percy is strong and needs to work on not jumping on people in his eagerness to greet them. He knows a few commands and seems anxious to learn. He’d be great in WHS training classes. He cannot go home with cats, other male dogs, or small children. Percy would love to have a job. This boy has a lot of potential and is right for someone experienced with German Shepherds who is willing to put in training and play time. Given this time and training, Percy will make a terrific and loyal companion. He spent some quality time with Daniel on Sunday.

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I’m little, I’m shy, I’m loving. Why don’t you come and meet me?

Are you looking for a small (18 pounds) package of love to have on your lap? Well, Suzy might be just the ticket. She is an eight-year-old Lhasa-Apso mix who is looking for someone who wants a new best friend. Suzy is house-trained, has a good history with older kids, and lived happily with another dog about her size. This week she’s  having fun being a camp dog. And soon she’ll have an appointment with a groomer to get all spiffed up so she’ll look her best when she meets a new family. Here she is on Sunday enjoying being outside with Kylie.

Suzy and KylieVolunteer Marianne, who has spent quite a bit of time with Suzy, says this about her: “She is sweet, gentle, and loves to cuddle. Perfect for a low-key quiet home where she will be pampered.” Just like Marianne is pampering her in this picture!

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During our walking shift this afternoon, Marianne got a message from her groomer that they could fit Suzy in for a “makeover” right then. So off they went. And I was still at the shelter when they returned. It was such a joy to see. Suzy, who had looked so sad, came bouncing out of the car and pranced over to me, feeling so much better! Can you tell? And the groomers said that Suzy was the best behaved dog EVER!

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And since we’re talking about Lhasa-Apsos…don’t forget about ME!

I happened to see Cosmo out with Laslo and asked to take some pictures. Cosmo is a Lhasa-Apso mix and is six years old. He is house-trained and has lived happily with a cat and another dog. While he’s never lived with children, he would probably do fine with them. He wants nothing more than to take walks around the neighborhood, have some playtime, and then relax with you in the evening. This week he’s having fun being a camp dog. What a cutie he is!

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Yep, it’s me, Waffles. Can we have breakfast together soon?

Sweet Waffles is still waiting patiently in her kennel for her next family, sure that it will be her forever one at last. Waffles is a seven-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix. She had a difficult time in the shelter environment when she first arrived, but she’s doing better now. However, she would very much like to be adopted soon by an understanding and quiet adult family. She is house-trained, knows some commands, and likes treats. She warms up quickly to people who give her calm attention. She will need to go to a cat-free home and one without small dogs. In fact, she would probably enjoy being an only dog. Waffles loves the wading pools and enjoys hanging out with her friends like Daniel.

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Emelynn’s Pick of the Week!

Today Emelynn picked a new arrival, Max, a three-year-old Chihuahua mix. We had heard that Max was very shy, but he warmed right up to Emelynn and happily sat in her lap while politely munching some of my hot dog bits. Max is house-trained and has lived happily with cats! He is a happy little guy. I have a feeling he won’t be around long!

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Martha thinks I am a very smart and cute snuggler. What do YOU think?

We have several new small dogs just transferred to us from ASPCA, so I had lots of new dog pictures to take this afternoon. But because we had 41 dogs to walk, I decided to walk some before I asked my team for help in picture taking. The first one I took out was Princess Di, a two-year-old Chihuahua mix. Although Di was absolutely over the moon when I went into her kennel, crawling into my lap immediately, once leashed up, she didn’t want any part of leaving the safety of her bed. When coaxing with hot dog bits didn’t work, I picked her up and she happily went out the door with me. Once outside, she liked to sniff the grass, but as soon as I sat down under a tree, she jumped into my lap. I was able to get a couple of selfies of us. What a little sweetheart. Because of her timidity, older children would be best for this little girl. But she’ll make some lucky family very happy as long as they love a snuggler!

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Updates!

Pailey/Lucy

Pailey came to us from another shelter, hoping to find a new home. Here she was with Jolene while she was recovering from a cold in the ISO kennels. But she didn’t have to wait long before she had a forever family.

Pailey PaileyI just got this wonderful update today!

“Our family adopted Pailey (we re-named her Lucy) from the shelter on May 29th. She has settled in really well, and we can’t imagine life without her! The biggest concern we had was how she would do with our cats, but she doesn’t bother them at all. She is very gentle and loving with the kids and gets along well with our other dog, Henry. Belly rubs, lounging on the couch, and ear scratches are her favorite things in the world! We’re still working on leash manners (she’s very strong!) and basic obedience, but she seems to be catching on. Overall, she’s a very laid-back dog which nicely compliments our high energy, always on-the-go border collie. :)”

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Emma!

If you are a long-time reader of my blog posts, you will remember Emma, or as she came to be known around the shelter, Sweet Emma.

Emma and me2Emma was found on the streets of Los Angeles by Terri, who was driving to work. Emma was frantic. She had obviously recently had puppies and was searching for them. She was in very sad shape with skin and ear infections and horribly cropped ears. It seemed certain that she had been abandoned. Terri would have kept Emma if her own dog had accepted her, but he didn’t. Terri contacted rescue after rescue but no one could take a Pit Bull Terrier with her skin and ear conditions. Finally Terri asked the S.T.A.R.T. organization for help. They put her in a shelter where her health issues were addressed and after several months when she had mostly recovered, transported her to the Northwest for a better chance at a new life. Emma arrived at WHS and that’s when I met her and fell in love. Again she sat in a kennel waiting for weeks for someone to realize what a wonderful dog she was. Finally a young family adopted her. The little boy called her “My Sweet Emma.” Although the family loved Emma and said she was the best dog ever, they struggled with her chronic skin and ear conditions, and finally, tearfully decided that it was not fair to Emma to keep her. Emma came back to WHS. Again, she sat for weeks waiting. Then one day another family met her and it was love at first sight. They adopted her and it’s been a perfect match. Last week I got the following update. And to make it even better, Emma’s first family also contacted me last week saying they still missed her and hoped she was doing well. This black Pit Bull with a constantly worried look, who was thrown away in Los Angeles is loved by so many people!

“Emma is a spoiled princess and I love her very much….I’m hoping to set up a day I can come and everyone can see Emma and meet our family.”

20150618_1058512 550 20150712_1752532Emma will always hold a very special place in my heart.

That’s it for this week!

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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