tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post3017713241379823684..comments2024-03-29T01:19:03.667-04:00Comments on for the love of a house: Opt to Adopt !!!for the love of a househttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13151787635612708698noreply@blogger.comBlogger71125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-81425506298066523412022-06-05T16:14:36.579-04:002022-06-05T16:14:36.579-04:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Oracle Law Firm - Orange County Personal injury lawyershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10145601318577871443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-24363439432996896502017-08-20T16:45:08.079-04:002017-08-20T16:45:08.079-04:00Rescued dogs are so precious. Joan, I liked the Ce...Rescued dogs are so precious. Joan, I liked the Cesar Milan books, but LOVED this Israeli woman who uses a different approach that seems more respectful. I think you'll really like her, too: Tamar Geller. She has written books.Caranoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-26536249507995591102016-04-12T16:02:12.101-04:002016-04-12T16:02:12.101-04:00What a beautiful post. Thank you so much for takin...What a beautiful post. Thank you so much for taking the time to advocate for rescue animals. We also are dog rescuers--we used to volunteer for a rescue, and well, our family grew. Each one of our dogs is a rescue and a treasure who have saved us as much as we have saved them. And for those are do want certain breeds, two of our dogs are "pure bred." One is a St. Bernard and another is a Newfoundland, so pure breds are out there through rescue groups if you take the time to find them. But we love our mutts just as much. They are all our precious babies and someday, when the time is right, we will be fortunate enough to rescue another dog who needs a home and we will meet another special unique little soul.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-25898940207309415662016-03-13T15:38:43.653-04:002016-03-13T15:38:43.653-04:00I am sitting in my backyard on a beautiful unseaso...I am sitting in my backyard on a beautiful unseasonably warm Sunday afternoon with my brand-new rescue dog (as in 24 hours with our family). He is a purebred Boykin Spaniel from the amazing organization Boykin Spaniel Rescue. I could not recommend adoption from BSR more highly, and Boykin Spaniels in general if yours is an active household that enjoys being outdoors with your dogs. Boykins are the state dog of SC and make wonderful family dogs. Great post!!All Things Domestichttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15542649096561175951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-44755500727694493972016-03-12T20:07:26.039-05:002016-03-12T20:07:26.039-05:00MIL is Mom in law. Sorry for using unfamiliar acro...MIL is Mom in law. Sorry for using unfamiliar acronyms. Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11162043128349198265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-25398132745465267062016-03-12T02:33:04.925-05:002016-03-12T02:33:04.925-05:00What a lovely story! Of course; that was the rig...What a lovely story! Of course; that was the right thing to do; which you knew, instictively!<br /><br />Bravo! How wonderful for you and both of those dogs! Keep it up!!Penelope Bianchihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07863486521957665886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-36445924252716664952016-03-11T19:53:40.234-05:002016-03-11T19:53:40.234-05:00What a beautiful post. I have two rescue dogs. The...What a beautiful post. I have two rescue dogs. The first one, Miss Marley, came by my soft hearted son. He went to school with a boy who had a pit bull mix puppy who he was " trying to make mean." My son offered $100 for her and she came home with him. She is the sweetest most loving girl. A true gift. When my son went away to college Marley went into a deep depression. She wouldn't eat and was constantly sleeping. Not herself at all. My husband and I went to our local Humane Society. We found our boy, or should I say, he found us. He was only a year old, but no one was looking at him because he was SO timid. My eyes locked with his and I instinctively knew he was my dog. Miss Marley perked up as soon as she met him. She immediately started mothering him as if she had given birth to him. It has been seven years. These pups have brought such tremendous joy to our lives. I feel honored and proud to have given them their forever homes.lcouchmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02800212307137805677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-46088385718868608132016-03-11T13:15:08.127-05:002016-03-11T13:15:08.127-05:00In reading your post I think back on all the dogs ...In reading your post I think back on all the dogs I've loved and lost over the years. I've never been without a dog my entire adult life. Each one has a special place in my heart and I will never forget any of them or their unwavering devotion or love. Currently I have four dogs; one is a rescue from the Poodle Rescue of Houston. I was visiting my sister with my dad who had rescued a poodle from them a few years earlier. I went with him to visit the rescue to show them how well "Buddy" was doing. I promised my husband I would not come home with another dog. I knew I was in trouble when I saw a tiny little yorkie/poodle cross. He was just standing there looking up at me. Silent. While all the other dogs were barking around us. Long story short, he flew home with me. He's been the best little friend and back warmer. Thank you for bringing this important issue into the light.<br /><br />Warm Regards.Teresa Mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17981676756143018174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-63219811713450115252016-03-10T18:49:06.823-05:002016-03-10T18:49:06.823-05:00Thank you, thank you, thank you for writing this! ...Thank you, thank you, thank you for writing this! I hope that people will learn and not purchase from breeders, there are far too many lonely animals waiting for homes.Jen Tnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-5728881237495422952016-03-10T18:19:15.953-05:002016-03-10T18:19:15.953-05:00I wish that I lived next door to you and we could ...I wish that I lived next door to you and we could be friends. You are such a kindred spirit. All of your posts concerning your beloved pets have made me laugh and cry and touched me so deeply. I have had a life time of loving and caring for the unwanted. They in return have given more than I could have ever imagined. I only hope that I live to be very old so that I can enjoy many others before I am gone. <br />Marian Bowenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14422505462936770244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-34054305519263858362016-03-10T15:09:22.574-05:002016-03-10T15:09:22.574-05:00Thank you so much for posting about adopting shelt...Thank you so much for posting about adopting shelter dogs. I know you will save more lives than just your own sweet girls! Folks can check out breed specific rescue organizations if they want a particular breed. My own dogs are all rescues and all are pure breeds. I foster for Cavalier Rescue USA, an organization devoted to rehoming Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. My 2 sweet munchkins are "failed fosters" because I fell inlove and couldn't part with them. They were 3 and 5 when I adopted them, a male and female, black and tan pair. Both were healthy, very well trained and super sweet and cuddly, the couple that gave them up were moving and couldn't take them along.<br />After raising 5 dogs and fostering 11, I have learned the secret to a good dog = a good dog is a TIRED dog! They need daily exercise and since we do too, it's the best way to bond and keep fit!<br />Check out the Cavalier Rescue website: www.cavalierrescueusa.org<br />My current foster, Chaz, an adorable 7 year old tricolor boy, will be listed on there soon in Northern California.<br />Thanks,<br />SarahAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-51654870860797402202016-03-10T14:20:07.048-05:002016-03-10T14:20:07.048-05:00Thanks for your wonderful post on adoption! I can&...Thanks for your wonderful post on adoption! I can't recommend it enough - it's not always easy but it's ALWAYS worth it!! Theses beautiful dogs will love you forever. We have worked with http://www.sunshinegoldenrescue.com/index.html for our last three adoptions. They are wonderful!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03471958908122624979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-19352508154482216862016-03-10T11:49:28.253-05:002016-03-10T11:49:28.253-05:00Thanks for your great post on adoption yesterday! ...Thanks for your great post on adoption yesterday! I volunteer with the Northeast Coonhound Rescue near Boston and I LOVE when folks out in the world share their gorgeous personal stories around adoption.<br />http://necoonhoundrescue.org/<br />LizzyFlanagannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-75800722065263770392016-03-10T02:17:06.473-05:002016-03-10T02:17:06.473-05:00You go Kathy!
The "hole in your heart" ...You go Kathy!<br /><br />The "hole in your heart" goes away with another rescue......and you make that dogs whole life! Think of the doggie! (not just you!) Open your heart.....what rewards will follow!Penelope Bianchihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07863486521957665886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-79197701844986156912016-03-10T02:14:30.818-05:002016-03-10T02:14:30.818-05:00You and your husband are blessed.....and those dog...You and your husband are blessed.....and those dogs did and do know they are too!<br />This wonderful blog post will reach many.....no breeding....no selling....shut down all puppy mills....no pet shop purchases......and we will end the killing in shelters!<br />My goal in my lifetime!<br /><br />(what is an MIL?) Please try to make these comments understandable to ordinary citizens! Thank you so much!!Penelope Bianchihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07863486521957665886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-55620653300830106102016-03-09T20:57:29.099-05:002016-03-09T20:57:29.099-05:00Joan, you have the most loving, giving heart! I a...Joan, you have the most loving, giving heart! I am crying as I read your post to my husband! I have so many friends who have said exactly what you mentioned: "I can't take the hurt of having another pet die." I will share this beautiful post with them. We had 4 dogs for a while & now just have our beloved Scarlett (11-yr old Boston Terrier). Your 3 darling girls are so fortunate to have such a dear, loving mom like you. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16028342141596165543noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-28651628379324619742016-03-09T19:07:48.281-05:002016-03-09T19:07:48.281-05:00A beautiful post!!A beautiful post!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-56255152053158304092016-03-08T23:52:33.560-05:002016-03-08T23:52:33.560-05:00I volunteer with Isle of Wight County Humane Socie...I volunteer with Isle of Wight County Humane Society in Virginia. We are an all volunteer, non-profit, IRS recognized 501c3, and we foster animals in our homes. We do not own a facility or have paid employees. We provide medical and spay/neuter grants for people who cannot afford vet care. We offered free spay/neuters in February and continue to be overwhelmed with the response. We pay for all vet care for our foster animals and our animals are thoroughly vetted before being available for adoption. Our web page is iowchs.org or facebook.com/iowch or search for Isle of Wight County Humane Society on Facebook. I also have two rescue dogs, one my MIL rescued from her local shelter. We inherited him (my heart and soul) when she passed away in 2007. My husband rescued our other dog from the very busy street in front of his work. Thank you for focusing on adoption.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-26407745512039650962016-03-08T21:14:36.850-05:002016-03-08T21:14:36.850-05:00Joan I have read this post 3 times. We have 2 res...Joan I have read this post 3 times. We have 2 rescued pit bulls that are our hearts. One is going for surgery on Monday to remove a hopefully fatty tumor from her chest. I belong to an organization called A Hand For A Paw and we offer low cost vaccinations once a month and we microchip for $25.00. You can check this out before you publish this comment. We also give away tons of food - dry and canned for dogs and cats, toys, bed, kitty litter and anything else we have. They are the greatest group of people you could ever meet and by volunteering I get to play with all the animals. I'm sorry but I have to be anonymous because I don't know how else to sign in. I love those pictures of your dogs please keep them coming. Thank you so much for spreading the word about adopt DON'T shop. Patty Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-46500087307791386022016-03-08T19:44:40.154-05:002016-03-08T19:44:40.154-05:00Our sweet black lab, Burleigh, came to us from Luc...Our sweet black lab, Burleigh, came to us from Lucky Labs Rescue in Charlotte. For four years now, Burls has been the gentle, loving heart of our family. And I have lost 20# walking with him and having fun outdoors. He is slowing down now, but I still tell him each night at bedtime that I am the lucky one. Bless animal rescue volunteers, the vets who work to heal dogs that come into care, and all the folks like you who spread the word that rescued pets are absolute treasures. Best wishes. dduhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10848294529339729099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-86137588438387589902016-03-08T17:55:07.532-05:002016-03-08T17:55:07.532-05:00How lovely of you to say! I appreciate that from ...How lovely of you to say! I appreciate that from my heart!!Penelope Bianchihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07863486521957665886noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-12412132302806143632016-03-08T17:04:57.459-05:002016-03-08T17:04:57.459-05:00What a wonderful post! There are many breed specif...What a wonderful post! There are many breed specific rescues as well, that do good work. I have a Brittany and I volunteer for NBRAN-National Brittany Rescue Adoption Network. Leslie Trentahttp://www.leslietrentadesigns.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-26060735095904177692016-03-08T15:23:46.652-05:002016-03-08T15:23:46.652-05:00How nice to see a reply from you Penelope. I have ...How nice to see a reply from you Penelope. I have followed your blog and admired your lovely home and gardens for years. It's nice to learn that someone who has such an appreciation for the beauty in life also sees the beauty in rescue animals.Cindy Blaylocknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-34029941353496760742016-03-08T15:22:24.358-05:002016-03-08T15:22:24.358-05:00what a wonderful post!! this is a fabulous Bulldog...what a wonderful post!! this is a fabulous Bulldog rescue....http://www.bullies2therescue.com/kerryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14447416397136201221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6005324767450032096.post-24286675788958936792016-03-08T13:57:28.034-05:002016-03-08T13:57:28.034-05:00What a wonderful post! I'm so excited to read...What a wonderful post! I'm so excited to read more as your story progresses.<br />My husband and I have been fostering for the past 15+ years. We started out with an amazing Cocker Spaniel Rescue (cockerrescue.net) Shorewood Cocker Rescue. They are the BEST! I can't say enough good things about them. When we moved from WI we continued to help them by transporting a darling little cocker from NC to WI when we went up to see my husbands family for Thanksgiving. it was a win win for everyone! <br />In NC we worked with Loving Pet Inn Adoptions. (lovingpetinnadoptions.com) Another amazing rescue! Dara does some great work with free spay and neuter programs. She will spay or neuter with no cost to the owner just to reduce the amount of unwanted puppies. She's amazing! This is an all breed rescue and we fostered lots of fun and different breeds.<br />We also fostered for Lucky Star Cavalier Rescue. Unfortunately most of these poor souls came from puppy mills so they were extremely damaged. It took time, patience and LOTS of love to gain the trust of these babies. But once we did they were amazing little dogs. <br />And now that we are in AL we have just begun fostering again (since the big move) with Two by Two Animal Rescue. They are a wonderful organization and we have our second foster who is just a love.<br />All of my dogs have been rescues and all of my dogs have been purbred cocker spaniels. Before I knew of rescue organizations I adopted from shelters. We've had a couple of long term fosters who for all intents and purposes became ours until they passed on. The love of a rescue is like no other. They know that they are loved and nothing bad will ever happen to them again. We will be there until the end, until they take their last breath we will be right there with them, whispering sweet words in their ears as they drift off.<br />Thank you again for sharing your experiences! And while I love love love your house posts this is a fabulous idea! Kisses to all your babies. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com