Scooby

Scooby is going to be a big boy, probably 75+ lbs., but, at 6-months-old, he already knows sit, down, and give paw! Not too bad for a young man who was abandoned with a neighbor a week before Christmas.

Scooby is a true mushball; he's a cuddler and so much fun to be with. He's got a gorgeous brindle coat - almost tiger-striped - and a black muzzle. He loves belly rubs, and looks at you with pure affection in his eyes, practically begging for attention.

A typical puppy, he'll need help with housebreaking, but since he already knows some of his commands, I think Scooby will be quick to learn!

Could This Be A PAWS Record?!

Six dogs were adopted yesterday - SIX! It was a wonderful day in so many ways.

Cooper, Dash, Deacon, little Yogi, and Harley & Grayson (together) found the perfect homes, and just in time for Christmas. The day was hectic, indeed, but full of smiles and laughter.

We wish each of these pooches all the best in their new homes and thank their new moms, dads, and siblings (two- and four-legged!) for choosing to adopt a pet and give them a second chance at love!

Adoption Update - Blue

Blue has left the building! And what a sendoff she had. It's not like she had a fan club or anything... but you couldn't squeeze another person into the lobby if you tried! And, if she wiggled any more, she would have been the new hula-hoop world champion!

I don't think Blue could have found a better dad; this picture says it all.

We love you Bluesy!

There's a Rumor Floating About...

... that Blue might have found THE perfect home...

And, she might leave for that home today...

Adoption Update - Slinky

I'm dancin' like a fool! My Slinks is going home tomorrow, and I couldn't be happier!

One of our volunteers has decided that the Slink-man is for her. She lost her beloved Pit Bull a few months back, and after bonding with Slinky - I mean, who couldn't? - she decided that her home was a little lonely and could use a big red dog to liven things up.

You be a good great boy, Slinky. And tell your new mom to send lots of pictures and bring you in for visits! I love you, Slinks!

Update - Ellie goes home!

Remember beautiful Ellie? Well, she found the home of her dreams. A lovely couple came in, saw her, and (like the rest of us) fell in love!

We're so happy for Ellie. She deserves the kindest of homes and, by golly, she found it!

Yogi

Yogi, a Cairn Poo, is new to PAWS. Not sure why anyone would leave such a sweet and playful fellow behind, but often people do.

Yogi is just 10 months old and has HUUUUUGE black eyes - pools of ink, really.

I've never heard of a Cairn Poo. In my days, when a Cairn Terrier and a Poodle mated, they had mutts. Loveable and cute mutts, but they were mutts. Today, they're pricey designer dogs that everyone has to have.

Well, I would just “have to have” this boy because he’s absolutely adorable and has a personality to match! I don’t need the designer label!  :-)

Ellie

Ellie was on our waiting list for a few weeks. Apparently, she wasn't getting along with the other dog in the house, and the owners just had to get Ellie out. Hey, sometimes, it happens. Dogs don't necessarily get along and it can be a pretty bad situation.

But then you expect a dog with some issues to walk in. Not a pleasant and shy dog. Not a dog like Ellie, a lovely Beagle/Cocker Spaniel mix, who will crawl into your lap and sit quietly for hours.

If you're looking for a loyal companion who just wants some love in return, Ellie's the one for you!

Powder

I am just nuts about American Eskimos since meeting Shadow a few years back. That shy little boy stole my heart and still has a big piece of it!

Well, this boy, Powder, has come to steal my heart away all over again.

Powder, 1 1/2 years old, was hit by a car and suffered a fractured pelvis and a badly damaged hip. Vets at the VREC called PAWS when Powder's owners couldn't afford to pay for emergency surgery. The choices presented were to either euthanize this gorgeous youngster or fix him up. As usual, PAWS chose to help get Powder back on his four feet.

This sweetheart has a bit of a road to recovery, but he won't be alone. He'll get all the love and attention he needs and deserves to get through this ordeal.

Sarah and Belle

These dappled gals really are sweethearts. Please don't ask me which is Sarah and which is Belle; I'm simply enjoying them both at the same time!

They were given up by their owner who could no longer care for them, which is too bad, because they're really expert cuddlers. They're only eight years old, and I'm guessing that they're littermates.

Of course, we're going to try to place them together, but that shouldn't be too hard since mini-Dachshunds take up about as much room as my foot!