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Featured Dogs:
 My
name is Amlynn and I’m a 3-4 yr old,
spayed Bull Terrier
mix. I am a VERY sweet girl with super cute bat
ears. I like to snuggle up very close and give kisses
while you rub my belly. I would be a wonderful pet for
any family as long as I receive training and have a
strong leader who understands I like to be in charge
some times. I would really like to sit in your lap and
stare up at you adoringly if that’s okay with you. I am
very well behaved in my kennel and would like a big,
fluffy bed to lie on (preferably pink….it’s my color). I
don’t need much…your love, your patience, your time, and
don’t forget that big, fluffy bed.
Love,
AmLynn
Amlynn is staying with our
friends at Dog Dayz located at 15310 Herriman Blvd in
Noblesville just north of 146th Street and SR 37. To
visit with Amlynn, call 773-4500.
Amlynn was
sponsored during our holiday program so she comes with a
FREE training package valued at $150 compliments of Dog Dayz and her adoption fee is reduced to just $65.
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  Mozart
is a 1 year old, neutered Cattle Dog/Terrier
mix. He is about an “11” on the happy dog
scale! Mozart loves to play, play, play. He
needs a home where he will get plenty of
exercise and attention. He needs some obedience
training to learn his doggy manners too.
Mozart arrived here as
puppy and has grown up at our shelter. He has
been waiting for a home longer than most of our
canine residents. He just needs
someone to give him a chance. Because of his
size and strength, we do recommend he go to a
home with children mature enough to handle his
energy level.
Mozart is now staying with our friends at Dog
Dayz located at 15310 Herriman Blvd in
Noblesville just north of 146th Street and SR
37. To visit with Mozart, call 773-4500.
Mozart
was sponsored during our holiday program so he
comes with a FREE training package valued at
$150 compliments of Dog Dayz and his adoption
fee is reduced to just $65.
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 Shelbie
is a 1 year old American Staffordshire Terrier
mix with big, beautiful bat ears. She is a
very loving dog who like many others in the
kennel, is extremely nervous in this
environment. Shelbie is well mannered, but she
needs someone who will patient, yet firm, in
helping her regain her confidence while learning
basic obedience.
Because Shelbie is very shy and unsure of new
people, she would be best suited in a home with
adults only. Shelbie seems to warm up more
quickly to women than men, although her previous
owner was a single male whom she misses
terribly.
Shelbie needs to be the only pet in the home.
You must be at least 21 years old to adopt this
pet.
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 Snoopy
is a 2 year old, neutered Border Collie/ Terrier mix who
arrived with the scar you see on his back. It has
healed, but hair will probably never grow back there…and
who cares, right! Snoopy is handsome anyway not to
mention what a lover-boy he is.
Snoopy is has been waiting for a home longer than most
of our canine residents and is anxious to start his life
with his new family. He loves to play with toys and
considers himself to be a lap dog.
Snoopy does have a lot of energy, so he is best suited
in a home with children mature enough to handle his
strength and size. Snoopy should go to a feline free
home.
Snoopy was sponsored during our holiday program so he
comes with a FREE training package valued at $150
compliments of Dog Dayz and his adoption fee is reduced
to just $65.
Snoopy is now staying with our friends at Dog
Dayz located at 15310 Herriman Blvd in
Noblesville just north of 146th Street and SR
37. To visit with Snoopy, call 773-4500.
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Maya is a 2 year old,
brindle and black Labrador Retriever/ Terrier
mix. Her nick name at the shelter is ‘chunky
monkey’…..as she is not exactly a petite
girl….but she has these really short legs which
just make her adorable!
So yes, Maya needs a little exercise…but the
good news is, she’s really playful and
energetic, so getting her on an exercise routine
shouldn’t be hard at all.
Maya plays fetch and loves toys….but what she
loves even more is having her belly rubbed. She
rolls over with all fours straight up so you can
get to the entire belly region…but until she
loses a little weight, it will take her a few
seconds to successfully roll back over onto her
feet. :) Her sweet face just pulls you in. We
absolutely adore her. You will too.
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  Stella
is a 3 year old American Staffordshire Terrier who has
got to be one of the most affectionate dogs on the
planet! She likes to snuggle right up next to you and
shows her appreciation with endless kisses. Stella
would let you scratch her back and behind her ears all
day long if you want and will repay you with a big
hug…yes, she will give you a full fledged hug.
Stella has very good manners and walks well on a leash.
She knows the command “sit” and she is gentle when
taking treats. She keeps her kennel very clean so that
is a good indication that she may be housetrained.
Stella is currently Heartworm positive and can begin
treatment to cure her condition if she can find a
financial sponsor to pay for her treatment. She will
also need a foster home where she can rest and
recuperate after her treatment. She would love for her
foster home to become her forever home too!
Stella is very special and
deserves a family who will give her all the love she
longs to give in return. You will absolutely fall in
love with her. Come see Stella…and experience one of her
signature hugs (& kisses).
This just in! A very nice
family has sponsored Stella's heartworm treatment, so
all she needs now is a foster home! If you're interested
in fostering or adopting Stella, please email
hamiltonhumane@yahoo.com or
visit the shelter.
Back to The
Heartworm Awareness page
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 Flash
is a very handsome 2 year old, neutered American
Staffordshire Terrier mix. He is an energetic boy
who loves his toys and to play with his humans. As you
can see from his picture, he’s very inquisitive and he
has fu man chu whiskers that drop down from his chin.
Those cheeks are squeezable!
Flash is housetrained and very intelligent as he will
happily show off the commands "sit" and "down". He is
not a big fan of kitties so he is best suited in a
feline-free home. He is also best suited in a home with
older children who can handle his strength and energy.
You must be at least 21
years old to adopt this pet.
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 Bunny—More
Than Just a Pretty Face…and Ears
Bunny is quite the little charmer. All you see at
first are her “rabbit ears”--You wouldn’t want her to
sit in front of you at the movies! Another reason she
deserves her name is that when she wants to play, Bunny
will hop around just like her namesake. But on closer
examination this 3 year old little Pit Bull Terrier mix
is a real sweetie; she gets along with other dogs and
all people. She loves attention and giving enthusiastic
kisses. Bunny is a little bow-legged and a bit on the
thin side, but she has a heart of gold. She was a stray,
so meals may have been few and far between before coming
here. All she needs is a loving owner to take her home,
fatten her up and give her some TLC. How about letting
this Bunny hop into your family?
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 Tika—“Born
in a shelter and still waiting.”
Tika was born at the Humane Society almost 2 years ago.
She was adopted only to find herself back at the
shelter a year later, irresponsibly abandoned by her
owner. But this beautiful girl does not give up. She is
determined to find her forever home. We’re determined to
help her.
Tika will be 2 years old in August…and our goal is for
her to celebrate her birthday with her new family. She
is spayed and house trained, not to mention one of the
most gorgeous red nosed Pit Bull Terriers we’ve ever
seen. Her smile is contagious, and she loves everyone.
Tika plays well with other dogs, loves kids, and could
put any Labrador to shame with her game of fetch!
Tika is playful, energetic, and like most bully breeds,
a loyal and loving lap dog. She is incredibly
intelligent and would make an amazing family pet.
Because of her strength and energy level, we recommend
she find a family with children 5 years and up.
You must be at least 21 years old to adopt this pet.
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 You
gotta love a dog with a great sense of humor!
Well that’s Shadow… a 2 year old brindle Mastiff mix
with a great outlook on life. Shadow is a happy and
energetic boy who always seems to have a smile on his
face. He arrived at the shelter when his previous family
didn't have enough time to care for him…a common theme
these days.
He loves people of all ages but his energy may be a bit
much for little ones, so we think he is best suited in a
home with older children (10 yrs and up as a guideline).
He is intelligent and would benefit from obedience
training to improve his doggie manners...but his silly
antics are easily forgiven when he looks up with that
big happy face. This guy will definitely be the class
clown in his obedience class!
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 Tucker
is a handsome 1 year old fawn and white Hound/ American
Pit Bull Terrier mix with soulful brown eyes. Tucker
is a very friendly and outgoing boy who likes to show
off the commands sit and shake…he’s only a couple doggie
treats away from learning his “down”. He is very
attentive and affectionate toward his humans and he
would love to find a home where he gets plenty of
exercise and love.
Tucker is still a puppy at heart and his energy level
and zest for treats are such that he is best suited in a
home with older children. That puppy in him needs some
obedience training and a strong leadership example to be
his Obi Won.
You must be at least 21 years
old to adopt this pet.
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  Cleo—“A
Survivor.”
Cleo is a 4 year old, spayed American
Staffordshire Terrier with a story to tell. Cleo is
very fortunate that a concerned citizen picked her up
when she was spotted wandering in a very busy parking
lot one cold night in February. Cleo had been attacked
by another dog and has scars on her face from this.
Cleo has probably been on her own for a long time but
she is very affectionate and loves people. She is very
intelligent and already knows the commands "sit",
"shake" and "beg".
Cleo looks wise with a bit of gray in her face and
her eyes speak volumes to what she really wants out of
this life. Her demands are few: someone to love her,
someone she can love in return, and a safe, warm place
to sleep (toys would be good too.)
You must be at least 21
years old to adopt this pet.
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 Sadie—“Sadie,
Sadie, Married Lady” (she’s a Barbra Streisand fan)
As you can see Sadie has really hammed it up for the
camera and given her cheesiest smile. This 8 years
young Lab/Terrier mix is still full of life and hoping
to find a new family. Her old family surrendered her to
the shelter because they couldn’t afford her anymore.
Since Sadie has been around the block more than a few
times, she figures they just were tired of her.
But just look at her brindley coat, subtle graying hair
& big brown eyes. This is a face to love! She is
housetrained and spayed & ready to pack her overnight
case and move in with you. She gets along with kids and
dogs, but prefers a quieter type home. She’s a good girl
and promises to be the best pet she can be. Remember:
Shelter dogs try harder to please! Now if you don’t mind
her breaking out into show tunes once in a while, Sadie
would make a very nice laid-back friend with whom to
watch “The Way We Were”.
Because Sadie is a Senior she
qualifies for the PAWS program. If you are 55 or older
you may be able to adopt her for $45. Ask at the
desk—but don’t tell Sadie. She’s in denial about getting
older.
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 Carly—“Please
take me away from here.”
Carly is a 1 1/2 year old American Pit Bull Terrier mix
who is so frightened in the kennel. Even though
she’s scared, she still seems to muster up the courage
to come to the front of her kennel and reach out to her
visitors as if to say please take me home. Take me away
from here and love me. And we have no doubt that Carly
will return the favor with unlimited unconditional love.
It doesn’t take long before she crawls into your lap
expressing her gratitude with kisses. She is very petite
and gentle when taking treats. Carly will make someone a
wonderful companion.
You must be at least 21 years
old to adopt this pet.
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 This
Dane isn’t Just Great, He’s Fabulous!
Dane is a 5 year old, absolutely gorgeous Shepherd mix.
You can’t tell me his smile doesn’t bring one to
your face. Dane is a very attentive and affectionate. He
would be an extremely loyal pet. We are currently
working with Dane on not being protective over his food
bowl, so we recommend a home without small children.
Dane is currently Heartworm
positive and can begin treatment to cure his condition
as soon as we find a foster (and hopefully permanent)
home for him. We are so grateful to our donors for
contributing toward his heartworm treatment which is
totally sponsored.
Dane also qualifies for our
P.A.W.S. Program - Partnering Animals With Seniors. If
you are age 55 or older, please contact the shelter to
find out how you can adopt Dane for a reduced fee. If
you are interested in fostering or adopting Dane, please
call 317-773-4974 or email hamiltonhumane@yahoo.com.
Back to The
Heartworm Awareness page
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Duncan
No, he didn’t just eat a grape
Popsicle.
Duncan is a 4 year old male red Chow Chow/Fur Ball
mix who manages to keep a smile on his face even though
he’s not sure why he ended up in this noisy place.
He is very docile, gentle and walks well on a leash.
It's hard to imagine how Duncan can stay so upbeat
when he probably isn't feeling 100%, but he is staying
positive and hoping he might steal your heart…he has
certainly stolen ours.
Thanks to one of our generous donors, Duncan's
heartworm treatment has been sponsored! All he
needs now is a foster (and hopefully permanent)
home so she can begin his treatment. If you
would like to foster or adopt Duncan, please
email
hamiltonhumane@yahoo.com or visit the
shelter.
Back to The
Heartworm Awareness page
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 Arianna—What
a face!
Arianna is a 1 ½ year old fawn and white Boxer/Terrier
mix who is a happy little girl that gets so excited when
people visit with her it is hard for her to contain her
enthusiasm!
She is very intelligent and knows the commands "sit" and
"shake", so we have no doubts that if a family took her
through training, she would graduate magna cum laude!
Arianna is very fearful in the kennel, so we’re
featuring her in our lobby where she is much more
relaxed. She is best suited in a home with children over
5 years of age due to her energy level.
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 Jezebel—Could
You Love Me?
Jezebel is a 2 year old Staffordshire Terrier mix
with sadness and longing in her eyes to find someone to
love her. The HSHC staff has certainly fallen in
love with her, but it’s not the same since we have to
spread our love among so many. Jezebel wants her own
human to love! She is very well mannered and knows the
commands "sit" and "down". Jezzy wants nothing more than
to please her people…a common bully trait.
Jezebel is playful and acts like a puppy at times yet
she can be a bit sensitive to rough-housing, so she
would be best suited in a home with children over the
age of 10.
You must be at least 21 years old to adopt this pet.
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 Neva
is a 2 year old, spayed Husky with unique light brown
eyes. Neva is quite the socialite...this girl has
never met a stranger. She always has a smile to share
with everyone that walks by. She also likes to stand on
her back feet with her front paws stretched out on her
kennel door as if she's ready to give a big hug to the
next person lucky person who decides to visit with her.
Neva is a real sweetheart that is looking for an active
family who will play with her and make sure she gets
plenty of exercise. She also wants to be the
only pet in the
home…nothing wrong with wanting to be the center of
attention!
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 Wally—It
Has Been a Long Road
Wally is a 2 year old Foxhound who has just completed a
heartworm treatment. His foster family said he is
housetrained, knows the “sit” command and takes treats
gently.
Wally is a very affectionate boy who needs a strong
leader to teach him obedience and good doggy manners. He
is very active and playful, so he needs plenty of room
to play and exercise. Due to his exuberance, he is best
suited in a home with mature children (teens).
Wally originally arrived at our facility in September of
2007…so he has been waiting a very long time to find his
permanent home. He’s hoping his wait will be over this
spring so he can run and chase lightning bugs with his
family. You must be at least 21
years old to adopt this pet.
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 Chili:
“Make mine con carne, no beans please!”
This little hot tamale is a 1 year old Shepherd
mix with lots of get up and go! He has the most
soulful face and big brown eyes. He came to the shelter
as a stray back in March and he is hoping somebody who
likes to run or take long walks would adopt him.
He’s full of energy and is itching to get out into
the world and explore. Chili loves to play but he can
get carried away, so he’ll need firm but loving
direction. He might view young children as lower members
of the “pack” and not treat them with the same respect
as he would adults. With the proper training, Chili can
become a very nice family dog. Help Chili become the
very best dog he can be & give him a new loving home.
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  Cyrus
I’ll be the first to admit that I am one confused
dog. Life hasn’t been easy for me in my 4 years on
earth. I was picked up and brought to this shelter in
March and things have been so hard to figure out. It’s
noisy in the kennel, people come and go, but I never get
to leave with them. Between you & me, this place is
really scary to me. I know that the people here are
doing the best they can to make me feel safe, but I just
wish I could go home with someone where it’s quiet and
peaceful and I could finally relax. Little kids are so
bouncy and loud and I just can’t handle all their
energy. I’d love to find a human who would let me be
their only pet and could take their time with me. I
really am a very nice guy; I just don’t like to be
rushed. Easy does it is my motto! I think that’s cause
I’m part Chocolate Lab. Some folks think my other half
is Weimaraner but I don’t really know. I do like this
picture the lady took of me; I think it shows my true
personality. Doesn’t my coat look shiny? And how about
those pearly whites? You know, I just need a little luck
to find that nice human who can see that I am a good
boy. Thanks for listening.
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 Milee
As you can see, Milee is all girl. No, she’s
not wearing lipstick; she is just giving you a
raspberry! She likes how her tongue matches her ears.
Pink is her color you know. Milee started out life as a
stray and was brought to this shelter in November. She
got adopted but returned because she had a couple of
accidents in the house. In her defense, she’s only a
year old and she is crate trained! Crate training works
best when the crate is used (heavy sigh).
It may take a little more work but Milee’s a smart
girl. She’ll get the hang of it. Her former owner said
that she’s very good with children and other dogs. She
knows the commands “sit, stay, shake and down“. This
friendly and outgoing Pit Bull/Hound mix has been spayed
so she’s ready to come home with you today. Please give
our little love-bug another chance at family life.
You must be at least 21 years old to adopt this pet.
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 Caleb:
Wanted for Terminal Cuteness, Possession of a Deadly
Weapon (Tongue) & Stealing Hearts.
Caleb is only 8 months old but already has a
record with the shelter. He came in as a stray in
November 07 and was adopted. But in March 08, his owner
surrendered him back to the shelter, allegedly due to
allergies. The detective on the case learned that
although Caleb is crate trained and a very good boy, he
has a seizure disorder which is well controlled by
medication. The suspect is a liver & white
Pointer/Beagle mix, so he’ll be skilled in field work
and sniffing out treats. He’s been neutered, so we don’t
think he’s got a girlfriend. Shelter attendants say that
Caleb is well liked by fellow inmates and is a likely
candidate for parole. If you would like to give this pup
a new start in life, you may take him home with you
today. Everyone deserves a second chance.
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THOR—God
of Thunder & Pink Noses
Hello, I would like to introduce myself. My
name is Thor and I am 6 years old and I am a yellow lab
mix. I am great with small children, friendly to all I
meet, and already housebroken. My education consists of
“sit”, “shake”, “down” and being gentle. I don’t want to
have a pity party, but I used to live with a family,
most of my life in fact.
 But
I have this little food allergy problem and I don’t
think they felt they could deal with it. So, I ended up
here at the shelter. It’s rough. A guy gets set in his
ways and used to a quiet place to lay his head.
Honestly, I only need a diet food and some medication
and I’m A-OK! I’m not one to brag, but I am a great
canine. Don’t let my age influence you in whether you
look at me or not. COM’ on, you gotta admit I’m cute!
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 PARKER—Too
Big for his Britches!
This 4 month old Shepherd mix is adorable, but he is
under the impression that he knows best about
everything. He came to us as a stray in January and
was adopted in February. His owner returned him to the
shelter because he didn’t want to share his food with
the kids. Parker thinks that he is the leader of any
pack in which he might find himself. This does not mean
that he won’t make a perfectly nice pet, but he needs a
firm owner who will not let Parker get away with bad
behavior. Just like a toddler who thinks he can throw a
fit and get everything he wants, Parker needs some
“parenting”. Part of Parker’s problem is that he is VERY
SMART! He learns new things in a snap. He’ll just need
reminders to keep up the good work. With obedience
training, consistency and affection he will grow up to
be a member of the pack, not the leader! Parker is
suited to a family with teenaged children or one or two
adults. Help him become all the dog he can be!
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 Spreewell—Got
Milk………….Bones?
Nope he’s not a Guernsey cow, he’s a dog! Sprewell is a
3 year old American Pit Bull Terrier. He’s a big boy
and fairly strong. He was returned to his owner as a
stray several times and now he is residing here at the
shelter. He is not only handsome, but also friendly and
eager for attention. Everyone loves his baby-pink nose
and muzzle. Sprewell has been known to enjoy his food so
much that he can get a little cranky if you mess with
his dish. You must be 21 to adopt Sprewell and it will
be important to be firm & consistent in your training
techniques. He is a sweet boy and deserves to be in a
home that will love him and provide him with playtime,
exercise and a soft place to sleep. Also, Sprewell would
really appreciate it if people would stop making “cow”
jokes. He’s all dog; he only looks like a cow.
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 PAX—Does
anyone have a mint?
For only being 2 years old, this Mastiff mix has
had a tumultuous life. He was surrendered to us in
August 07 because they couldn’t afford him. He was here
until he was adopted in October 07. He was surrendered
again due to his owner moving away. Now what’s a dog to
think?! “Is it my breath?”
His latest owner renamed him “Chopper” but he much
prefers Pax. He is house trained, knows how to “sit” &
“shake” and is very good with kids. Due to his size, he
might be better suited to children 10 and up. He’ll be
the first to tell you that he wants to be the only pet
in the household. He’s big enough to give you the love
of several smaller pets. Pax is neutered so he can come
home with you today!
Altoids included.
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 BOYD—“Atten-shun!
Eyes Front!”
Sergeant Boyd reporting for duty. This young
recruit is 1.5 years old, a Rat Terrier male who
enlisted here at the shelter back in March 08. He was
aimlessly wandering the streets, but once he joined the
ranks here, he has been an outstanding member of the
company. Boyd is skilled at leash walking, licking and
snuggling, and sitting at attention (even his ears). He
loves every one and would be more than willing to leave
his post here and join your battalion. Boyd is starting
to lose faith that someone will come for him—he’s
getting a bit depressed and showing signs of stress. If
you have room in your bivouac and heart for this brave
little guy, please come and visit soon!
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 OTHELLO—“Look
what I can do!”
Even though I have a very fancy name, I mostly
just like to have fun! I think I was performing my death
defying flying dog trick in this photo. If I had to
describe myself in one word, it would have to be happy!
I am 3 years old and about as big as I’m ever going to
be. Everyone thinks that I am a combo of a beagle and a
boxer. I really like the way I look—I’m a confident guy.
I know how to “sit” when a human tells me to. I would
love to learn some more things if someone will help me.
I can even sing for your attention! I’ve been neutered,
whatever that means. A nice lady brought me to this
shelter in April. They said I was a “stray”. It’s not so
bad here, but it’s just not as nice as the place I used
to live when I was a puppy—I can still sort of remember
it. It had children to play with and treats and a nice
dog bed. It was wonderful. It would be terrific if a
nice family would come and take me home with them. Until
then, I’ll keep doing my tricks and hoping someone will
look at me!
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 T-BONE—“Has
anybody seen the steak sauce?”
Take a look at this 1 year old Shepherd/Rottie
mix. He is sooo handsome! He was surrendered to the
shelter by his owner. He said T-Bone had behavior
issues. According to our staff, he is very shy, but is
coming out of his shell. He just loves to be outside
playing or taking a walk. T-Bone is house trained, so we
know he is smart enough to learn his doggie manners. He
can’t be expected to behave if he has not gone to
obedience classes or been worked with. T-Bone has been
neutered so he is ready to go home with you today. Even
though we say he shouldn’t go home with children under
10, once T-Bone is settled and comfortable in a home
environment, he may be relaxed enough to get along with
younger kids. T-Bone deserves a second chance at life
and maybe a piece of steak once in a while!
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 Barnaby—“It
has been quite the year.”
It’s hard to believe I’m only a year old. I was
surrendered by my family at just 8 months old where my
new friends found out I had heartworm disease. They were
surprised that I had this so young and I heard them all
saying what a shame it was that my owner hadn’t taken
better care of me. I remember the day I arrived at the
shelter because I was so scared. That noisy place with
all those other dogs was just too much for me. That’s
when a local rescue group took me into a foster home so
I could have my heartworm treatment in peace.
Now, I’m all better and neutered. I’m back at the Humane
Society and ready to find my permanent home. I am
choosey about the other dogs I like to play with. No one
ever really taught me what I should or shouldn’t do, so
I need someone to be my leader. I need a family to love.
Please come see me. I’m in that noisy kennel again…so
the sooner the better!
Love,
Barnaby
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 Emmy
Lou— “Um, I can see the nail clippers in your hand!”
Seriously, I’m on to you. I’m a smart girl, so you
can carry those things behind your back…in your pocket
and try to distract me with a treat…but my momma didn’t
raise no fool!And Emmy Lou is right…she is a very
intelligent young lady…and she really does quite well
getting her nails trimmed. She is a 2 year old American
Bulldog mix with big brown eyes that just melt your
heart.
She arrived as a stray in April and seemed relieved to
find us. With a full tummy and lots of love, and yes
even a nail trim, Emmy Lou just ate up the attention.
She is sometimes shy at first, but warms up quickly.
Emmy Lou is a very special girl.
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 Santana—An
Angel in Dog’s Clothing
In Spanish, Santana means “saint-like” and this is a
good fit for this loveable 3 year old American
Bulldog-American Staffordshire mix. She came to us
as a stray and quickly became a staff favorite. Santana
is gentle and sweet natured. For example, when she
arrived here she was frightened by all the noise in the
kennel, so she stayed in a crate in the lobby. On top of
her crate was another crate housing a very noisy little
Min. Pin. Santana never made a peep! She just slept and
waited for someone to pay her a little attention. Her
lovely fawn and white coat covers her very thin frame
(you can see her ribs in the photo). It is stressful for
an animal to stay at the shelter. Santana needs to find
her forever home where she can relax and put on a little
weight. She is such a good girl; we know there is
someone out there who is looking for a dog just like
her. She plays well with others and has unlimited
amounts of love to share. You must be at least 21 years
old to adopt this pet.
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 COCO—Loves
Channel, Bubble Baths, & Aromatherapy
To look at this 1 year old Shepherd/Chow mix you would
never know that she’s a girly girl. She had been
living with a family all of her life but she kept
escaping so they surrendered her to the shelter. We
think she was just trying to find a Doggie Spa. Coco is
housetrained and knows how to “sit” and “shake”. We
don’t think she has received any training nor has she
been socialized enough…and that is why she protects her
food and is sensitive about being touched. If she is
given firm but loving guidance, and lots of patience,
Coco will become a very well adjusted young lady.
Coco should be an “only pet” and only families with
teenage children should consider adopting her. She is a
beautiful dog who deserves a second chance at life with
a family who will set her up for success with a fenced
in yard. Scented candles are optional.
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 NOODLES—Has
Ooodles of Potential.
Get a load of this fella. He’s a 2 years old Lab-mix who
checked in to the shelter in mid-April. He was a
stray, and he was starved. After several trips to the
salad bar, we decided that he needs to learn how to
share and trust that no one is going to take away his
lunch.
Noodles is long on looks and charm and a little short in
the manners department. Like any youngster who has had
to fend for himself in this big and often unkind world,
Noodles needs some TLC, training and guidance to find
his inner good dog.
He has lots of energy and can be sort of “bouncy”, so
kids 10 and up would be better suited to handle his
enthusiasm. You can see the good dog in his eyes just
waiting to be found and loved. And besides, who doesn’t
like Noodles?
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 Lucy—“Have
you seen Fred or Ethel?”
This 10 month old Bassett/Shepherd mix thinks somebody
may have some ‘splainin’ to do. She has been adopted
by two different families and returned both times. We
are not exactly sure why this is. Lucy is not talking.
She is a social little girl who is just fine with other
dogs. Perhaps it’s because she basically doesn’t
understand kids. They move a bit too fast for her and
perhaps they tried to take away her toys or food. We
know Lucy is smart; she is housetrained and has learned
some commands. But she has enough Bassett in her to be a
little headstrong. Since she’s still a pup, she can’t be
expected to automatically know her doggie manners. With
some training and a patient owner, Lucy should be a fine
companion. You can see by the photo that she is just too
cute for words! Love those short legs and big head. You
gotta love this redhead! Lucy has never had an owner who
kept her for more than 2 or 3 months. She needs a chance
to become the dog she’s meant to be. She’s spayed so she
can come live with you today. And if you see Ricky, let
him know Lucy’s looking for him at the Tropicana.
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 Holden—The
Catcher in the Rye
Like Holden Caulfield, this boy has had a rough life.
As a pup, he lived with us at the old shelter. He
was adopted and moved away. In April, Johnson County
Animal Control called us. They had found him wandering
around, scanned him for a microchip and saw our name.
That is how we were reunited with this sweet boy. When
he arrived Holden was in terrible shape, filthy,
underweight, and full of cuts and bruises. Sadly, we
also discovered he is heartworm positive. He’s only 3
years old and not a very big guy. Though his paperwork
says “lab mix”, it looks like he’s more of a Heinz-57.
He has a blue cast to his coat, which is looking much
nicer these days. He was obviously neglected by his
owner, maybe even mistreated. Despite all this, he’s a
friendly boy. He can be protective of his food bowl, but
if I were homeless and starving, I’d guard mine too! For
this reason, Holden would be best suited to a home with
adults & 16+ kids.
Holden can begin treatment to cure his heartworm
condition if he can find a financial sponsor to pay for
his treatment. He will also need a foster home where he
can rest and recuperate after his treatment. Holden
would love for his foster home to become his forever
home too! If you would like to sponsor Holden’s
heartworm treatment, please email hamiltonhumane@yahoo.com
or see a staff member.
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 Caprice—“I’ve
had a craving for pickles and ice cream.”
In April Caprice was picked up as a stray and brought to
the humane society. She is about 3 years old and is
likely a Retriever/Shepherd mix. When she arrived, she
began exhibiting behavior that led us to believe she
might be pregnant…more specifically, she was trying to
get her hot dog squeaky toy to nurse. As adorable as that
was, we thought we’d best have her checked out by a vet
who confirmed that Caprice was dealing with a false
pregnancy and was subsequently spayed.
Though a little down in the dumps at first, Caprice has
bounced back better than ever. You can see by her photo
that she is feeling just great and is looking forward to
a fresh start. She mentioned that she is hoping for a
family who likes to take long walks and throw a ball
around. She is a smart girl and knows the commands “sit”
& “down”, but with further practice she would like to
learn more tricks and possibly take up needlepoint. She
likes kids and adults alike, but still has a soft spot
for squeaky toys.
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 Glacier--
“Is it just me, or does white seem to go with
everything?”
I am a 4 year old German Shepherd mix—although to look
at me you’d swear I was a pure breed. It’s been a
little over a month since I was brought here. I was
roaming around, scrounging up a little something to eat
when I was picked up. You can see by my ear that life
has not always been easy for me. I’ve been out on my own
for a while now and I sure appreciate a soft bed and
regular meals. If it would be possible, I am hoping to
find a friendly human being to bunk with. I just love it
when someone pets me and gives me attention; I go all
mushy inside. I have heard that other dogs in here have
found great owners and got a fresh start on life. Boy
what I wouldn’t give to do that! I am intelligent and a
laid back kind of guy. I admit I don’t like to have my
feet messed with, never have—never will. Don’t even
think of puttin’ polish on my nails. Gives me the
heebie-jeebies!
If I could order up my ideal new home, it would have
nice adults, older kids, a place to run, plenty of
exercise, treats and lots of love. I promise not to
clash with your color scheme.
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 Nova—“Whatever
it was, I didn’t do it!”
Butter wouldn’t melt in her mouth. This angelic
looking 2 year old girl is quite the little actress.
She’s a Collie/Shepherd mix who came to us as a stray in
April. She is a little shy until she gets to know you.
Then she’ll really ham it up! Nova loves attention. She
enjoys posing for the photographer and hopes to find a
career in pet food advertising. We have to admit that
she is a good looking girl. Nova is a bit sensitive when
it comes to her feet. It’s not that they are too big;
it’s just that she doesn’t like them to be touched. For
this reason, she would be happiest in a home with
children over the age of 5. She says “The young ones
just don’t understand personal space.” Please give this
little Meryl Steep wannabe a chance at stardom (even if
only in your house!).
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 Benny-A
bit of a baby when it comes to being “Home Alone”
The Good News:
We are confident that the right family is out there just
waiting to adopt this 2-year-old Flat-Coated Retriever.
Benny is a very friendly, gentle guy who knows how to
“sit” on command. He is such a sweet tempered dog that
he would be fine with all children. He is neutered,
house trained and is ready to master lots more tricks.
During temperament testing he was obedient and well
mannered. His soft black coat is frosted with white on
his chest. It’s hard to see his eyes in the photo
because he is so dark, but they are soulful and eager to
please. And Benny is just as loveable in person as he is
in the picture!
The Not Quite So Good News:
Benny was adopted and returned by his very sad owner.
Although she loved him very much, she just didn’t have
the time to work with Benny on his separation anxiety
problem. He was so happy to have found a home that when
she needed to leave, he became a “nervous Nellie”. He
didn’t know what to do with himself and was worried that
no one was coming back. In order to try to help Benny,
he went through a course at First Friends and has an
additional course that they said they would honor for
his new family. Benny learned all kinds of commands
while at school so we know he’s a smart boy. If you are
a stay at home mom or you work from home, Benny might be
the perfect pet for you. He just needs to learn to
entertain himself and become confident that his owner
will always return. We mentioned taking accordion
lessons or trying his hand at jigsaw puzzles, but he
wasn’t enthusiastic.
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 I
will hug you and squeeze you and call you Pongo.
Pongo is a neutered, 8 year old Chow Chow who is
just one big teddy bear. He’s a gentle soul with a
great disposition who was in foster care receiving a
heartworm treatment when they lost him. Yes, he got out
and we didn’t hear from his foster family for days. So
now, he sits in the shelter with one more treatment to
complete wondering if he’ll find his forever home. We
just know he will…because he is such a sweet dog and he
deserves better. He deserves a family who will take care
of him now and forever. And he really needs to finish
his treatment in a quiet environment.
If you can help Pongo, please email
hamiltonhumane@yahoo.com.
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 Sparky
needs your help. Please read his story.
We try our best to be entertaining when we write
our pet profiles because the reality is that every story
is a sad one, and a little levity helps us all cope.
But there’s nothing funny about this story, and as a
matter of fact, it will make you angry.
Sparky arrived as a stray with an abscessed eye that
was so swollen that it appeared to be on the side of his
head. He looked like something out of a horror movie. We
took Sparky in for treatment where the abscess was
drained, but his eye remained deformed. While in foster
care,
 his
eye became worse and painful…another trip to the vet and
x-rays revealed a fracture to the side of his head. A
fracture the vet believes was a result of blunt force
trauma…the kind received with the blow from a bat or
some other hard object.
You look at this little dog, a young, neutered Lhasa
Opsa mix, and you can’t even begin to fathom how someone
with a functioning heart could harm him, let alone bash
his head in. We are now raising the money to pay for a
CAT Scan which will be $600. This will tell us what
further surgery he needs. We believe in him and even
with the horrible treatment he has endured at the hands
of his abuser, he is friendly. He is loving, and he will
get his chance to live a good life. We’ve promised him
that, and we keep our promises.
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 Peony
“A peony by any other name couldn’t be as sweet!”
When I interviewed Peony, “sweet” was the first
word that came to mind. She is a 5 year old
Lab/Shepherd mix who arrived in early May as a stray.
Peony is a natural blond and has a touch of white around
her face. She has a wonderful personality, affectionate
and loving.
She
is very proud of her leash manners—she is a pro at going
for a walk. Peony is a gentle soul with a lot of life to
live. We’d love it if she could spend her golden years
being loved and cuddled. One thing she mentioned to me
in passing was that she is a bit sensitive about her
tail; she can’t abide anyone pulling at it. Children
older than 5 years would be the best fit for her. Other
than that, Peony is a very flexible little girl. She is
yearning for a new family. Don’t let this little flower
wilt on the vine. Peony qualifies for the PAWS program
(Partnering Animals with Seniors), so if you are over 55
you may adopt Peony for $45.
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 Brylee
-- Her life has not been a fairy tale!
This little 2 year old Pit Bull mix has a sad
story to tell, but we are hoping someone will provide a
happy ending to her difficult journey. In early April
2008 Brylee was brought to the shelter along with her 8
unweaned puppies. She was a stray and was trying to care
for her babies all by herself. Because we needed to keep
the family together we found a wonderful foster home
where the puppies could stay with their momma. All but
one of her babies have found new homes, but Brylee is
still in need of a family to call her own. According to
the foster mother, Brylee is just the sweetest girl—very
affectionate, gentle, and a real cuddler. She also loves
to play and run, even becoming a good running partner
for one of the family members. She gets along with
children of all ages, other dogs and most everyone she
meets. We don’t know what her life was like before we
found her, but I’m sure it was difficult. Brylee will
startle at loud noises or sudden movements. Could this
be because she was mistreated in her past life? We’ll
never know. What we do know is that Brylee was a great
mother to her puppies and her foster family loved her
very much. To watch her care so gently for her babies
while allowing our staff to handle them and her speaks
volumes to her disposition. Maybe you can turn Brylee’s
pumpkin into a coach and give this little Cinderella a
fairy tale ending.
You must be a 21 year old fairy godmother to adopt
Brylee.
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 Sage--Have
you seen Parsley, Rosemary or Thyme?
Who knew this little 9 month old brindle and white
American Bulldog mix was a big Simon & Garfunkle fan?
She maintains a happy outlook on life despite the fact
that she was abandoned by her owner; though we don’t
think she understands what that means. We are especially
fond of her freckled, pink nose and adorable face. She
has lots of puppy energy and can get pretty wound up by
rough-housing. Sage doesn’t know her own strength so she
would be best suited to a family with children over 10
years of age. She gets excited even thinking she’s going
for a walk! Even though Sage is a sweet girl, her
education is sadly lacking. She needs to learn her
doggie manners, how to listen and mind her human. After
puppy training, an experienced dog owner should be able
to take this sweet girl anywhere, even Scarborough Fair!
You must be at least 21 to adopt Sage.
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 Brutus--
Et tu Humans?
If ever a dog deserved a better name it would be this
boy. This gorgeous 1 year old white shepherd mix
arrived as a stray and was very unsure of us humans. It
was clear that he hadn’t come from a good situation.
Brutus is not a very large dog and he has the most
beautiful face. Not surprisingly, he is very scared
right now. Sometimes he just sits on his bed and shakes
with fear or bewilderment. Brutus is gentle and friendly
with people who are gentle and friendly with him. What
he really needs is a patient owner who will give him all
the time it takes to relax and trust again. If this
weren’t sad enough, an examination revealed that he is
heartworm positive and will require treatment to recover
from this. We are hoping to find a sponsor to cover the
costs. We would love to have someone to foster Brutus in
their home while he undergoes treatment, fall in love
with him and decide they belong together. Because Brutus
is a “special needs” dog, he would be best suited to a
mature, experienced dog owner. Though he has been
betrayed by the “world” so far, all it takes is one
loving human being to restore him to the happy, good dog
he was meant to be.
If you’re
interested in sponsoring Brutus’ heartworm treatment or
fostering him, please email
hamiltonhumane@yahoo.com.
The cost of a heartworm treatment is approximately $250.
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 Ethan--It’s
a hard knock life!
Hey there. The name’s Ethan, I’m 4 years old and
I’ve been on my own for some time now. The world can
make a fellow nervous, what with cars to dodge, food to
find and mean people to watch out for. You can see that
I’m a pretty skinny canine--it’s hard to gain weight
eating garbage. The people here say I am a shepherd
mix--I don’t know, I guess they’re right. I know I’m not
very big. This place is okay, but I gotta tell you, it’s
noisy and a little scary. They give us good grub, but I
just don’t feel like eating. They say I’m losing weight.
There is a real nice lady who takes me out for walks,
but I am still nervous when she leans over to pet me. I
always think someone is gonna hit me. That’s the kind of
life I’m used to.
I hear from the other guys in here that every so
often a person will come and visit with a dog and before
you know it, the human decides to take him home…forever!
It sounds too good to be true, but I see dogs leave here
every week. Boy I sure would like a nice soft bed in a
home with somebody who really loves me. A house with
young kids would likely be frightening for me since they
make a lot of sudden moves and lots of noise. I like
grown ups best…and I hope to find one who can restore my
faith in the human kind.
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 Hague--Whew,
is it naptime yet?
This photo has caught a rare moment when Hague is
taking a breather. Usually this 6 month old
Shepherd/Terrier mix is ready for action! He came to the
shelter as a stray in April and is just itching to find
himself a new home. Hague is friendly and exuberant and
always ready to play. He would love to find a family who
likes to run, take long walks and play lots of puppy
games. Because he is so lively and full of energy, he
would do better with children over the age of 5 years.
He has begun losing weight and really needs someone to
take him home and love him.
Of course, Hague would benefit from attending doggie
kindergarten to learn how to mind his manners. People
may wonder how he got his unusual name. Well, it’s where
Animal Control found him wandering around all by
himself. If you would like to give this little orphan a
home (and possibly a new name) come and spend some time
with Hague.
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 Walking
with Memphis
Memphis is a 5 year old, neutered red and white English
Coonhound. Memphis is a big boy who loves long walks
and he is pretty laid back. He is housetrained and has a
great temperament. Memphis arrived at the shelter when
his previous owner decided they didn’t want him anymore.
That was it…they just didn’t want him anymore. Like an
old pair of shoes, he was disposed of. Of course no one
here can even imagine spending one day with this guy and
not wanting to keep him forever.
Well Memphis wants to find a loving home where he is
considered a permanent part of the family. He dreams of
a big fenced-in back yard where he can run and stretch
his long legs. He is good with people of all ages, but
he is not a fan of cats. Memphis qualifies for our
P.A.W.S. Program – Partnering Animals With Seniors. If
you are age 55 or older, please contact the shelter to
find out how you can adopt Memphis for a reduced fee.
If you can picture yourself walking with Memphis, please
come see him. You won’t regret it!
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 Lacey—Our
Best Under-bite Winner of the Year
Lacey is a spayed, 1 year old American Bulldog/Terrier
mix who is very social and knows no strangers. She
enjoys being the center of attention and playing with
her humans. She likes other dogs, cats and children….so
she would make an excellent pet for any home.
Lacey is particularly proud of her recent award as “Dog
with the best under-bite in a shelter located in
Noblesville”. She takes the title seriously and flashes
those bottom choppers every chance she gets. Lacey can
sneak a quick kiss and never hide those pearly whites.
Lacey has packed her sash and tiara and is ready to go
home with a family who appreciates her inner and outer
beauty…and of course, that award winning smile.
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Cuba
1721 Pleasant Street, Kennel 64
Noblesville, IN 46060
OBJECTIVE:
To find a permanent home where I will have access to a
warm bed, cheese flavored treats, and someone to make me
feel safe and loved.
EXPERIENCE:
Nov. 2007 to Dec. 2007
Puppy without a Home
Spent most of my time as a cute puppy but had no home. I
don’t remember a lot about the first 2 months of my
life…but I’m pretty sure I pooped a lot.
Jan. 2008 to present
Manager of Adorable Photo Shots, Humane Society for
Hamilton County
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Give pointers to co-kennel residents
on how to capture a human’s heart with a great
picture.
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Show off my skills such as “sit”,
“down” and “stay”.
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Wait patiently for someone to notice
me and decide mine is a face they can’t live
without.
Special Skills:
Neutered, 9 months old, handsome, intelligent and
willing to learn more
Ability to flash big brown eyes and melt anyone with a
single glance
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Bi-lingual
(English/Woof)
Requirements:
I like to protect my food bowl sometimes because I have
scrapped for food most of my life, so I should be placed
in a home with teens mature enough to handle my size,
energy and respect my food bowl. Must be at least 21
years old to adopt me. Available immediately. References
available upon request.
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 ARGUS—“Let’s
go for a ride in the car. How about a ride in the car.
Let’s go for a ride in the car!”
Doesn’t this beautiful boy’s smile knock your socks
off? He could pose for an Armani ad if Armani designed
dog clothes. Argus is a 1 year old Chocolate
Lab/Doberman mix and is just as sweet as he is handsome.
When he was just a pup he was brought to the shelter as
a stray. We were so excited when he was adopted because
we knew he deserved to have a happy life. Unfortunately,
Argus was recently returned because the owners decided
they didn’t have enough time for him.
Argus is a very good boy and is house trained,
neutered and has a wonderful temperament. He misses
being part of a family and doing fun things outside. His
former owner said that he is great with older children
(due to his size and energy level Argus might play a
little too rough with toddlers.) If you have been
looking for a dog to be a running partner, a frisbee
catcher, or someone to ride shot gun with that adorable
face looking out the car window, Argus is for you.
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 Bear—Hey
Goldilocks, this baby Bear is j-u-s-t right!
Once upon a time there was a 1 year old red Chow
Chow named Bear (even though he looked more like a
lion!). He was quite the handsome boy as you can see
in his portrait. Everyone loved the sparkle in his eye
and the purple on his tongue. Now Bear’s family had kept
him as an outside-only dog, so he was not used to living
in a house, sleeping on an inside bed and playing on a
carpeted floor. One day, Bear was brought to the shelter
because he was “unwanted”. Bear didn’t understand why
his family went away without him and he was sad. The
people at the shelter figured out that Bear was a smart
boy; he already knew how to “sit, shake, and lie down”.
He’s also lacking some confidence, so he tends to be a
little protective of his kennel…so we feel he is best
suited in a home with adults only.
They knew that mastering the idea of living inside
and using the toilet outside might be a bit confusing at
first, but Bear would be up to the task. Before they
left him, his family did say that Bear is good with
children and with other dogs, so he would fit just right
into most family groups. His gorgeous lion-like mane
will take some grooming and that is why he is going to
need an experienced dog owner. The shelter hopes that
this Mother Goose story will have a happy ending and
that the right person will look at his smiling face and
gentle eyes and decide this baby Bear can sleep in their
bed! You must be at least 21 years old to adopt this
pet.
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 Oryan—“Age
is only a state of mind!”
I hate to brag, but I’ve been told that I don’t
look a day over 4. However, I have to confess that I am
really 8 years old. I am a black Lab/Chow mix and
you can see I have a lovely purplish tongue. I have
lived with my family all of my 8 years until they
decided to move and give me to the shelter. I guess that
means that I loved them more than they did me. I just
can’t figure it out.
I am an easy-going gal, housetrained, and friendly
with just about everyone. The one sticky wicket might be
kids under the age of 10. They tend to be a little too
noisy and active for me to relax around. I am just fine
with older kids and adults. I really miss having a
family to love—I need to feel wanted. The humans here at
the shelter say that I am a “very good girl” and that
“someone this sweet deserves to be adopted”. I am not
the puppy I once was, so I don’t need as much vigorous
activity, just a nice walk will do me fine. Attention
Baby Boomers: I qualify for the PAWS program, so if you
are 55 or older you can take me home with you for $45.
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 Simone—Attention
Big-Dog Lovers, here’s an XL Sweetie-pie!
Believe it or not, this beautiful fawn Mastiff mix
is only 1 year old. She does not know that she is a big
girl; she’d love to curl up in your lap and cuddle.
Her owners very sadly surrendered her to the shelter as
they were moving out of the country and couldn’t take
her with them. They said that she was a good girl, house
trained, spayed, and knew the commands “sit, shake, &
down”. If you look at her wise and gentle face you can
see that she misses being part of a family and hopes
that she can find a new one as soon as possible. Because
Simone is a “generously proportioned gal” and may not
know her own strength, she would be best suited to kids
who are 12 and up. It’s not because she’s got a mean
bone in her body, but because she might knock a small
child over in her enthusiasm. If your taste runs to the
larger breed dogs, Simone should be “delicious”!
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 Frankie—“Running
out of Time”
Frankie is a 2 year old Shepherd/Terrier mix who
is in desperate need of a home. His outlook is
always hopeful, but his body doesn’t agree. Frankie is
dropping weight rapidly and we are worried about his
ability to thrive in the kennel. We hope the love in his
face will capture your heart and bring you in to meet
him.
Frankie is a very friendly and outgoing boy who loves
hanging out with his human friends. He also likes to
play games and he thinks squeaky toys are the next best
thing to bacon treats! Frankie is a very intelligent guy
who knows the commands “sit”, “down” and “shake”. He is
very gentle when taking treats, but he can be a little
protective of his food bowl at times so he is best
suited in a home with children mature enough to respect
his food bowl.
Your love can save his life.
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 Daisy—A
Black Beauty
Daisy is a 1 year old Lab mix who projects
innocence and hope in her big brown eyes. She is
gentle and loving, has an excellent temperament, and
would be great with kids. My goodness what more could
you ask for! Intelligence? Well, okay….Daisy is a smart
cookie too. She knows her sit command and has all kinds
of potential to learn more. Daisy is the poster child
for a great family pet.
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Pete the picky pooch who prefers people in the prime
of their life!
Try saying that fast! I just was not cut out for a
life with rug-rats, uh, I mean, children. I am quite
entertaining enough all by myself without small human
beings getting in the way. I was with a family since I
was a pup, but when the children started arriving…let’s
just say that the owners chose to keep the kids and
brought me to the shelter. I don’t blame them. Look, I
am 1.5 years old with a long life in front of me. I want
to find an owner who enjoys the same things I do;
playing with me, going for walks with me, shopping for
doggie toys for me, cuddling on the couch with me, and
other wonderful things like that. No kids, just you and
me and fun, fun, fun!!
Now you can see for yourself that I am a nice looking
guy, a black and white Cocker Spaniel with loads of
personality, great leash manners, neutered, house
trained and ready for a fresh start in life. The folks
around here say that I am gentle and will make some one
a very good pet. I really am a happy-go-lucky kind of
guy. So how about it? Ready to head to the store for
some toys?
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Roxy—“What do you mean ‘smile’? I AM smiling!
You can’t tell from my picture, but I am really
splitting my sides laughing! I am a Redbone
Coonhound and my face just always looks like I lost my
best friend. The funny thing is, in a way, I have. I was
brought to this shelter in May by my family. They didn’t
want me anymore even though I have lived with them
all my life. It’s kind of hard when you are 5 years old
to be in a strange place with so many new noises and
smells. At least the humans here are nice. They say I
have very soulful eyes, a silky soft coat and that I am
very intelligent. I don’t want to brag, but I am house
trained and know several commands. I’ve been spayed,
whatever that means. Keep in mind that I’m no little
purse sized froufrou dog; I’m a big girl, or as I like
to say, big-boned. But I love to be hugged and loved.
Because I am so big, I would be best suited to a family
with older kids, at least 10 years old. I also qualify
for the PAWS program.
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Pippin—“ I bet you can’t do this with your tongue!”
And that’s not all this very smart little 3 year
old can do. His resume lists among his many skills:
sit, speak, down, beg, roll over, play dead, and shake.
He is full of energy and ready for action pretty much
all of the time. He has been house trained and neutered.
His owners surrendered him because they had a new baby
and didn’t want him anymore. He’d lived with them for
two years so coming to the shelter was a bit of a shock
for this boy. Like any self-respecting Beagle, Pippin
can become a little vocal when he’s lecturing or telling
an amusing story. He might be a bit too loud for an
apartment, unless the neighbors also have talkative
Beagles.
Because Pippin is a real go-getter, he is probably a
little much for children under the age of 5 to handle.
But if you have some energetic grade schoolers, they
might be perfect for one another. They’ll wear each
other out!
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