Jessie is doing great, both girls love her especially Lauren she is really attached to her.  Not sure when I can come up there as we only have one car at the moment and Jack uses it for work and he is working two jobs  and I am working lunch hours at Laurens school.

Jessie has made quite a few friends in the neighbourhood (lots of rescue dogs also) and loves to run and play with them in our hydro field.  She is so great with kids, I walk with her to pick up Lauren after school and all kids come running when they see Jessie.  Jessie loves to chase her tail and can now sit and shake a paw for treats and Jaclyn has taught to give a hug for a treat.

Every morning she and I go for a 45-minute walk and another half-hour at mid-day, which is helping my fitness level considerably. Last Sunday she went to the dog park for the first time and held her own against a galoot Lab. I think you socialized her very well: she is interested in other dogs, but not afraid at all.

She learns fast and is now familiar with “wait,” “let’s go, Hopey,” and “careful” when she crosses in front of me and gets a foot coming forward in her bottom. An added plus, her beauty. Everywhere we go strangers tell her how cute she is.

Her personality is fabulous. She is kind and gentle and will tolerate all manner of hugging and kissing, wrestling and raspberries blown onto her tummy. Our two old cats are perplexed but in no danger, Hope either ignores them or comes to visit when they are petted. Her energy is contagious and such a joy after the past year of living with a very old dog. She is quick to find things to chew, but caught just as fast. In other words, the honeymoon is continuing.

Thank you for bringing such a lovely dog into our lives.

All the best,

Barb

just wanted to say we had a great time yesterday and we hope you raised lots of money for the rescues.

We forwarded the photo of Jax, Phoebe and “Santa”.  This is a great example of the wonderful work you do.  Happy rescued dog, really happy kid and that makes a grateful family.

With much appreciation,

Debra & Ted

A month or so into our new family set up and we receive the urgent e-mail desparately calling for Foster Parents at the Camp.  Before you know it we have a foster dog named Petunia, a 5 year old Boxer/Lab mix. Sue thought she would do well with HoneyBear who could teach her to play and work through her shyness.  Miss Petunia has turned out to be the most lovable lady.  As Sue put it, most definitely an observer of others.  She likes to watch Honey play with her friend Tundra and will join in occasionally but would prefer to play one on one.  She is a kisser and loves to cuddle on the floor or in a chair or on the bed, but, will get down when asked.  She loves to walk and will go anywhere you go.  Well behaved and house broken she will go into her crate with a little nudge and a cookie when I go out.  She has an expressive face with big watery eyes that will melt your heart.  She loves to play with her rope knot over her kong but will also chase a ball with some encouragement.  I just know that Petunia would be a best companion for anyone single, married or family with older children (above 7 or 8yrs old).  Miss Petunia is just so happy to be around people you can’t help but love her.  She has opened up over the last 3 weeks socializing with other dogs, and people.  She has more than the basics down pat.  Sit, Stay, Wait, Corner, Down (all the way), Owww!, No Touch, and loves to hear “What a good dog”.  The right “forever home” is out there just waiting for her, we know it!

A huge thank you to Sue (Steiner) for always being there on the other end of the phone, her honesty and integrity when dealing with canine care and welfare.

Liz & Ray and Crew!

Just want to send you an update and pics for our pair of misfits, Sasha & Ripley.

Sasha’s a wonderfully sweet little girl, who loves everyone and food. She’s great on walks, either on or off-leash, and responds with a wag of the tail whenever she thinks her name is mentioned. She’s good in crowds, as we often have a bunch of people around here, and socializes for a while, eats a bit, and then scoots off to a quiet place to be grumpy for a while. She plays chase with Ripley when they’re off-leash at the park, but toys and balls seem to be beneath her… she’s fit in to our routine, seamlessly.

Ripley has decided he’d like to be a puppy again. We’ve been increasing his walks to build his muscle mass, and he’ll take any pace that we can throw at him. He’s good and very strong on the leash, but careful not to stray too far when off-leash. He loves all toys and he’d play all day if he could, and adjusts his level of intensity if he’s playing with my daughter or wife, but ratchets the energy up for the boys. He hates water, and barks at anybody if they jump into the pool and don’t check in with him that they’re okay. He’s less aggressive with food, since he understands that we feed him on routine and he ignores the cats (even the young cat that wants a piece of him everyday). He’s goofy, and busy, and thinks it’s funny when he jumps on our laps for a cuddle. He loves to wake anybody up by climbing on the bed and sniffing their faces… he’s smart & trainable, and he’s trying his best to fit in.

I’ve attached some pics, for you to share with the shelter in Ohio.

Our thanks to them, but especially to you for allowing us the opportunity to provide these two a home.

Tony & Wendy

Benjy has settled in as if he was born here. Perfectly behaved, totally charming. Our friends love him as much as we do.

Thanks again.
Ted and Mary

Just wanted to drop you a line and tell you how Casper is doing – which is great!

He is such a sweet boy, filled with energy and spunk but also knows how to be a couch potato too.  He is very smart and has learned sit, down, stay and free very well.  His leash manners are greatly improved and he hardly pulls at all now (unless of course he sees a squirrel!).

We love him very much and he is such a nice addition to our family – we can’t imagine not having him!  Here are some pictures.

Thanks again,
Kate and Darrell

Cally adopted all her 3 dogs from us, one at a time tho and she wanted to share their beautiful faces with everyone and how happy and healthy and GORGEOUS these dogs are!

Mya – approximately 3 years old, black and white Border Collie/Lab cross. She is very intelligent!
Lacey – approximately 2 years old, American Dingo (Carolina Dog). She is nicknamed “Licky Lacey” because she chases the dogs around the dog park just to kiss them!
Tripp – approximately 2-3 years old, German Shepherd/Lab cross. He is very clumsy, hence the name. He’s a mama’s boy and knows how to open doors so he won’t be left alone.
All have been adopted from CampLotsaDogs. If I could get 20 more I could…

He was completely house trained, his recall is excellent and he doesn’t jump on people or beg.  After six weeks we are still amazed and how good he is.

He sleeps all night and doesn’t mind his crate during the day. He loves his walks and heels most of the time. He also loves to run so we try to get him out off leash as much as possible.

We wish he was a little more playful (for his own happiness) and hope that will come with time.  If not, we’re okay with his totally relaxed attitude. He has bonded with Rielly (our 12 year old) and they spend lots of time together.

Morgan is an absolute joy and we are so pleased that he has joined our family. I can’t imagine life without him.

Thanks so much for all that you do for these dogs AND for your great advice.
Best regards,
Linda, Patrick, Rielly and Morgan