Dogs Coming Soon - 7/10/2009

Skippy, ~2 years old Male Jack Russell  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/2009 Apply To Adopt This little guy is cute, cute! He weighs about 10 lbs and is healthy and friendly. He was picked up at animal control in TN after nobody claimed him. He was not neutered so that could be why. He will be neutered prior to his adoption. He plays for hours with a big dog in the foster home so he is good with all sizes of dogs. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 7/4/2009 11:11:15 AM EST Printable Description

Trooper, ~1-2 years old Male Aussie  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/2009 Apply To Adopt Trooper is a neutered male. He's smaller than he looks in the photos--he's only about knee high. He's very quiet and sweet. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 7/4/2009 9:20:09 AM EST Printable Description

Corkey, 9-10 months Male Corgi / Sheltie  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Corkey is a neutered male who loves to run and swim and play with other dogs. He'd be a wonderful family dog where he could get lots of attention and outdoor activity with his people. He will thrive in a gentle and loving home. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced-in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. Last Modified: 7/4/2009 9:19:20 AM EST Printable Description

Ollie, 5.5-6 months Male Collie / Sheltie  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Ollie is a 20 pound puppy who was surrendered by his family because they were moving to a new home with a no-pet policy. He is cat-friendly, small and sweet, and likes to be held. He would love to just curl up and be a happy lap dog. He needs someone who is home a lot and will spend plenty of time with him. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 7/4/2009 9:19:11 AM EST Printable Description

Kayla, ~4 years old Female chihuahua  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Kayla is a sweet, quiet girl. She sleeps through the night in her crate, gets along with her fellow foster dogs, and has so far ignored cats, She is craving more activity, though, and would love a yard to play in outside. She also walks well on a leash and would be thrilled with regular walks and exercise. But in the evening, she is happy to just plop down in her bed and watch TV with you. All around great dog. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 7/4/2009 9:19:03 AM EST Printable Description

Joannie, 10 months Female Lab  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Joannie was found as a stray on May 28 2009. She is roughly about 10 months old. Joannie is very sweet and loves attention. She also has a lot of energy and loves to run and play and will need a large yard to do so. She still has a lot of puppy in her and tends to jump on people sometimes, but she responds to “no”. She is not aggressive towards cats or other dogs, but may annoy them with her playfulness. Joannie is a sweet girl who needs a home where she will get lots of attention and play time. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced-in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. Last Modified: 7/4/2009 8:23:24 AM EST Printable Description

Daisy, 1-2 years old Female Schnauzer  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Daisy is an adorable dog. She is very playful, extremely friendly with people and other dogs. She was found hanging out at a kid's playground area at a local civic center in TN. No one came to claim her. She is coming up on 7/8 and available after her health certificate on 7/10. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 7/4/2009 7:44:51 AM EST Printable Description

Baxter, 2 years Male Yellow Lab  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Baxter is a really sweet boy who ended up in a shelter in TN. He was rescued and neutered and put into foster care and will be coming on July 8th. He is a typical active, young lab. Loves the water. Good natured and not hyper…just active. He likes running, swimming, hiking. A great home would be someone who can exercise him, someone who can take him swimming. He's also great with other dogs, lets them eat out of his food bowl. Not tested with cats, but we don't expect aggression. He would probably want to play with them, though. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 7/4/2009 7:17:07 AM EST Printable Description

Anna, ~4 years old Female Golden Retriever  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Anna is a Golden Retriever, possibly a mix who came into a rescue situation when she had puppies. Her puppies were all adopted through Save A Dog in Feb and now it's her turn. She is best pals with Baxter, the lab. She's arriving on July 8th and will be available sometime after her 2 day quarantine. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 7/4/2009 7:15:05 AM EST Printable Description

Callie, 1-2 years old Female Collie / Sheltie  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/2009 Apply To Adopt Callie is a delightful dog who loves getting attention from people and playing with toys. She also enjoys the company of other dogs. She was picked up in the middle of a four-lane highway playing with a stick, without a family or a home. She would thrive in a home where someone has a lot of time to give her, and where basic training would be a priority. A dog buddy would be a plus for her. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced-in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. Last Modified: 7/3/2009 5:44:16 PM EST Printable Description

Jasmine, 10.5 years old Female Lab / Pit  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Jasmine is a 10.5 year old female spayed Lab/pit mix who deserves a loving home. She is said to be good with kids, cats, and dogs, and we are fostering her to make sure. She is a gentle soul who would do well in a quiet home. She spent the first two years of her life having litters until a cat shelter funded her spay surgery. She was great with the owner's 12 year old and 4 year old children, and seems fine with the cats at the kennel (they were all in the same room). She will not be at our kennel but in a foster home. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced-in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. Last Modified: 7/2/2009 2:54:41 PM EST Printable Description

Stella, ~2 years Female Lab  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Stella is a two year old TN stray who has been in foster care since early this year. She is spayed and utd on vaccines. She's good with both cats and dogs. She Likes to go for walks and run and play with her dog friends. She seems to be housetrained. She can be shy with intros so we will assess whether she can go with kids or not. She's a sweet dog who deserves a great home. One who can give her several long walks a day would be ideal. She would adjust readily to a home with other dogs, but we will consider her as a single dog if she can have dog friends to play with. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. Last Modified: 6/29/2009 12:00:22 PM EST Printable Description

Star, ~1 year Male Lab  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Star is a one year old Black Lab neutered male who was rescued in TN and is coming up on 7/8/09. Likes the ball and to go for bike rides. Still very active, needs daily exercise. Not raised with kids, but kid and cat friendly for visiting kids. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know yet. :-) Last Modified: 6/28/2009 9:59:09 AM EST Printable Description

Samson, 1 year Male Beagle / Bassett  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Samson is a one year old neutered male Beagle/Bassett (Bagel is what they're called). Samson was owner surrendered by someone who wasn't taking care of him. He is absolutely adorable and one of the sweetest little dogs ever. Whoever gets him is getting a precious dog. He is good with pups, adult dogs, and kids. He is curious about cats, but has not tried to hurt them. He is fine on leash and almost housebroken. He was 1 yr old last month. He loves attention from people, likes to be a lap dog, likes to go for walks and to play with other puppies and small dogs. Is fine with large dogs also….his buddy is Gavin.Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 6/28/2009 9:12:42 AM EST Printable Description

Woodrow, 9 years old Male Jack Russell  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Woodrow is an 8 year old neutered and vetted Jack Russell Terrier mix who needs a home. He was rescued in TN and will be brought north on 7/8/09. Likes the ball and to go for bike rides. Still very active, needs daily exercise. Not raised with kids, but kid and cat friendly for visiting kids. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 6/27/2009 6:59:48 PM EST Printable Description

Rocky, ~1 years Male Shepherd  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/10/09 Apply To Adopt Rocky is a one year old neutered male Shepherd mix who was rescued from TN and is coming up on 7/8/09. Rocky’s activity level would be med. He likes to play with other dogs and humans,he is not known for jumping. Loves Affection. He was raised with kids and cats in the foster home since March. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 6/27/2009 1:54:15 PM EST Printable Description

Dogs Coming Soon - 7/20/09

Gerry, 1-2 years Male Golden/Aussie  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/20/09 Apply To Adopt This is Gerry and he is a 51 pound gorgeous golden/Aussie mix. He is a 1-2 year and was found with a injury to his neck and vet thinks it was from an embedded collar. He had earmites and was heartworm positive. His medical bills will be high so can't we all work together to get him healthy and on his way to his forever home? He is so sweet he deserves to have a family of his own...please consider donating for his care. Thanks so much to The Chenery School in Belmont for holding a penny drive and donating the money collected for his care. Thanks to the other donors as well. We could not do this work without supporters like you. Sponsors: Carp Ferrari Nicole Evans Lauren Turner Beverly Linton Jan Kostrisak Monica Derlik Erin Fitch Sarah Drepanos Katherine Pomponi Last Modified: 6/28/2009 10:18:04 AM EST Printable Description

Dogs Coming Soon - 7/31/09

Gavin, 1-2 years Male Newfie / Collie  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/31/09 Apply To Adopt Gavin is a fluff ball mix who is neutered and up to date on vaccines. He is still testing slightly positive for ehrlichia so he will be up at the end of July. He is around 1 yr old, weighs 55#, and came from a kill shelter in TN. He could still grow as Newfie's have a long growth period. He is a mix so will not be Newfie size. He is great with cats and dogs, is not interested in cats. He is quiet and really cute. He is low-med activity level. He likes walks and being petted, but is not all that playful. He likes Walks, being brushed and petted. He plays some with a shepherd pup that is in with him. Dislikes loud noises or voices and gunfire. Not raised with children, so will have to be assessed. Available 7/31/09. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 7/2/2009 7:29:23 PM EST Printable Description

Molly, ~2 years Female Boxer  Mix   Click on picture to enlarge Available On: 7/31/09 Apply To Adopt Molly is a spayed female Boxer mix who was rescued from TN. She is a sweet dog who gets along with dogs and loves people. She is coming up around the 8th of July and will available on the 10th. Our process is that you fill out the application first, then in one or two days we will contact you if your application is a match. Please read our guidelines under Apply to Adopt as some dogs require a stay-at-home and some dogs require a fenced in yard. Phone calls are discouraged as it takes time away from the care of the dogs to answer questions that might already be on our web site. We tend to put down everything we know. If information is missing, it's usually because we don't know. :-) Last Modified: 7/2/2009 12:31:05 PM EST Printable Description

Dogs Coming Soon -

Duchess, 2 years Female Lab  Mix Click on picture to enlarge Apply To Adopt Update: Duchess went to Lab rescue in MS so that she doesn't have to wait any longer. Duchess' donations will go to help Pepsi, another lab whose costs are high. Duchess is the mama dog to Doogie, Meme, and Smitty. She is being treated for heart worm and will need some sponsorship. The humane society where she is being treated has no funds. Once she recovers from her treatment and tests negative, she will be coming up for adoption. She's under 50 lbs. Sponsors: Sarah Drepanos Margaret Mcdougall Theresa Hamm Jill Greblick Kathryn Bergquist Karen Fairfield Sarah Drepanos Felicia farber Gervais Last Modified: 7/4/2009 8:44:29 AM EST Printable Description

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