Leo
Surrendered to rescue because he didn't
appreciate the two-legged 3-year old in the house, Leo joins former foster Jody
(f/k/a Jasper). Soon to retire to Canon City, Joan and Rich have a large
fenced yard at the new house for the boys to be ... well ... boys! I can
just see these two tearing around the yard in a rowdy game of chase.
Tootsie
Sweet little Tootsie ... a well-traveled
dog. She made her way to the shelter in Lamar, Colorado from somewhere in
New Mexico. From Lamar, she landed in foster care in Loveland and,
finally, made her way to Cheyenne, Wyoming where she resides with Jane and
Jerry. While she's missing her front paw -- genetic in nature -- it
doesn't slow her down a bit.
PippyDo and BellaTooThese two little ones came
into rescue separately ... Pip from a west metro Denver shelter where she was
picked up as a stray. Matted, caked in urine, unable to see because of the
hair hanging in her eyes and suffering from a really bad case of shelter stress,
she was a poor prospect for adoption at the shelter. Bella was an owner
surrender. With a baby in the house, there wasn't enough time to take care
of and train an energetic pupster. While in foster care, they
bonded. These two now call Texas home where they reside with dear friend
Mazzi and keep her entertained on a daily basis.
KirbyKirby (f/k/a Ruffy) hit the
jackpot with this placement! He has two canine buddies and keeps them on
their toes. Finding a new home in Loveland, his new family also stepped up
to foster Tootsie when needed.
ElleA stray found wandering the streets of Greeley, this little gal now calls
Berthoud home. She settled in quite nicely and loves playing with her feline
sibling. Mom and Dad a/k/a Mark and Deb, also volunteered to be a foster family
... a very welcome addition to our rescue network!
Bubba
Tied to a fence and abandoned in rural Kansas, Bubba's luck has certainly taken
a turn for the better. Adopted by Cindy of Englewood, CO, his new home includes
canine (Sadie) and feline (Maggie) siblings. And not just one home ... he also
has a home in Estes Park, CO. We should all be so fortunate!!
Emmy
Damn near starved to death by a neglectful owner, this little one wouldn't have
survived another month in Kansas. Another "repeat" adoption, we're delighted
she's taken up residence with Trudi, Paul and our very own Ka Tu in Aurora.
Elwood
This boy waltzed in and, within 24 hours, it was like he'd lived his entire life
here. Based on his adaptation to the new surroundings, we made the decision to
place him early. His new family just raves about how he's a "good boy." The
family previously adopted Sterling (n/k/a DaVinci) from us so Elwood has a
willing playmate.
Dawa
Dawa found a home in Longmont, CO. He's doing great with the other
Apso in the house, Lily, and settled in like he owned the place. Truth be
known, the dogs probably rule!
JasperThis little guy headed to a home in Littleton, CO. Littleton is only a temporary home as his
new family is building a home in Canon City where they'll retire. I see lots of
good things coming this boy's way! Can you say "spoiled"??
Mae-MaeAfter five long, miserable years in a Missouri puppy mill, Mae-Mae found
her own little slice of heaven. She now resides in metro Denver with new Mom,
Jami, and her very own cat. Nothing better than a home for Christmas. I've
been told that her new Grandpa would like to dog-nap her because she's such a
sweet little thing.
KalsangKalsang is one lucky pup. Not only did he survive the streets on his own, he
dodged euthanasia at the local shelter because of some temporary medical
problems. He's found a doting home in Fort Collins, CO ... his own personal
slice of heaven!
Jackson
This boy hit the jackpot! His new family came complete with a canine sibling, Annie. Plans are in motion to have him certified for therapy visits at hospitals, nursing homes & schools. Jackson will do well with his happy-go-lucky attitude.
BittyBella (n/k/a Gabby)
This little one is a traveler, flying to Colorado from California. Untrained as a puppy, she was too exuberant for the family's small children. She now calls Edwards, CO home. She got her name changed to "Gabby" because she's such a little talker!
Bosa
Bosa (meaning "ivory" in Tibetan) made her way to north from another rescue in Colorado Springs. Placed in Loveland, she got a new sibling in the deal ... an Apso by the name of Madison!
Tashi
This little guy almost got the name of "Scoop" because of his severe underbite. Tashi is enjoying his new life in Arvada CO, which includes a canine sibling and a boy to share.
Murphy
Murphy found a home in Broomfield, CO where he's living the high life ... or at least educating his new owners on what it's like to have a youngster in the house again! At just 10 months old, Murphy is still very much puppy. Mom's a runner so he's getting to use those long legs of his ...
Senghe (n/k/a Peanut)
Senghe arrived in rescue as an out-of-control puppy. After a course of the Nothing in Life is Free program, he found a home in Loveland, CO, which came with his very own boy.
Ka Tu
Two ER vets from an Englewood clinic drove Ka Tu to my house early one morning. He was relinquished to the clinc with a fractured jaw. After many trips to the vet, a soft diet (kibble that was ground/moistened into a gruel) and eight weeks of healing, he was finally ready to find his forever home. It didn't take long for Trudi, Paul and Helen to fall in love with this little tyke ... crooked smile and all.
Tessa
When Elaine came to my house to pick up Lanni three years previous, she fell in love with my beautiful red Apso, Ali. When I told her we were expecting a little red female in, her response was ... "She's mine!!" Tessa rules the roost in Golden, CO with sibling Lanni.
Sterling (n/k/a DaVinci)
This little cutie was found wandering the streets of Sterling, CO. Seemed like a good name at the time! He lives with his new family in Lakewood, CO.
Buddy
Animal control in Casper, WY contacted us about this sad little fella. He'd been relinquished twice. Once by a family with small children and then by an older gentleman. In foster care, Buddy learned how to mind his manners. He eventually found a home in Aurora, CO.
Muffy (n/k/a Emma)
Muffy was relinquished by a family with four small children and another on the way. She much prefers the quiet home in Louisville, CO where her owner dotes on her. You may have seen them buzzing around in a little convertible Miata!
Kersey
Poor little Kersey lived most of her life in a garage. When we picked her up, she was a matted, filthy mess. First order of business was a grooming and shave down. Didn't take this little one long to settle into her foster home and adjust to the routine. Kersey found her forever home in Casper, WY.
Dinky
Dinky was really "Dexter" when he arrived. However, he was such a little dink at 11 pounds, that the name stuck. Dinky now lives in Arvada, CO and we know for a fact that he's spoiled rotten! Lucky for us, he comes back from time to time for an extended visit while his owners are on vacation.
Mr. Magoo
A blind dog, Magoo was found wandering on a country lane in Pueblo His good Samaritans contacted us and arrangements were made for a hand-off in Castle Rock ... just missing the spring storm that blew through and closed roads. Our local paper ran his story and, much to our surprise, there was little response. Except for one angel that fell in love wth him sight unseen. Magoo went to live with Judy and the rest is history. Their story can be found here ... Lessons From a Blind Dog.
Oscar
If ever a dog could fly, this is the one ... just look at those long legs! Oscar was quite ill when he was surrendered. He had a long-standing food allergy that caused chronic diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome and weight loss. With a special diet, he quickly gained weight. Oscar found his forever home in Fort Collins, CO.
Emma
Sweet little Emma lived the first year of her life either in a crate or out in the back yard. With patience and constency, she was quickly housetrained. And it wasn't long before she had Michelle wrapped around her paw, either! They live in Wellington, CO. Michelle went on to become a foster parent with our organization.
Milo
Milo was relinquished because he like to eat ... swimming suits! Seems the kids in the house were in competitive swimming and Milo had a veritable smorgasbord. If a suit wasn't available, a pair of underwear would do. Milo now lives with a Buddhist monk and his wife. We think they have the same smile, don't you?
Miss Frisky Boots
Lil' Miss Frisky had a certain charm about her ... once we got past the biting issues. Early in her life she had learned that when she wanted her way, all she had to do was bite. She quickly learned that was not acceptable behavior and decided life was better as the grand ol' dame. Frisky was placed with a family in Wheat Ridge, CO
Lanni
Lanni's owner died and his daughters were unable to assume her care. She arrived in rescue with severe bilateral ear infections from a corn allergy. With a premium food and meds for the infection, her ears finally cleared up. Lanni now lives in Golden, CO and recently acquired a sibling ... our very own Tessa!
Rest in Peace - November 2010
Boo Boo
Boo Boo (originally Mr. Boudreau) hopped a ride from Oklahoma City, OK and we met up with his transport late one night in Limon, CO. Boo managed to work his charms on dinner guests who asked to take him home. Oddly enough, they never brought him back! BooBoo is living the good life in Loveland, CO.
Elvis Poopsley
This little fella came to us as a stray off the steets of Denver. He was matted so badly he could barely walk. Four hours of grooming later, this is what emerged ... a cute little guy with a surprise. He was a brindle! During the long grooming session, the radio kept playing Elvis songs in honor of the King's birthday. So, it seemed like a good name for a delightful little guy. Elvis lives in Loveland where he's helped his Mom to recover from a stroke.
Rest in Peace - November 2010
Buster
Another owner turn-in (OTI), Buster went to live with a great family in Longmont. Buster developed seizures and his family did whatever was needed to work though the issues.
Courtney
Courtney (a/k/a "Nee-Nee") was my first foster, relinquished because of severe allergies. We finally got her off the allergy injections and she was placed with a family in Fort Collins.
Despite our best efforts, rescue is not able to
save all the dogs that come into our care.
Our most difficult task is making the decision
to release them from illness or behavioral issues.
Lizzie, Dorje and Sadie ...
may you rest in peace, free from the demons that haunted your lives.