Meet our resident mascots who really keep this place running! They take turns supervising everything going on in the office (they think we couldn't do it without them!). Of course their favorite time of day is when the 5 o'clock whistle blows. Not because the work day is done, but because this is chow time! They really make the best employees.

Is this a mule or a dog?
That was the question we asked when we came across Maddie. A black shepherd mix with ears that reached to the sky, this girl was young, wild, and a real handful! Maddie was almost 10 months and already been bounced around. She was wild and mischievous, but had a heart as big as her ears. She loved everyone and blended right in with our own dog family. Seven months, a new door frame, replacement couch cushions and 20 bags of training treats later; Maddie was a charming and well mannered adult dog who finally grew into her ears. She now lives with a wonderful family who recently moved to Virginia on a lake, Maddie's own private lake. Her mom says Maddie sits on the dock and watches the sun set, loving every minute of her new life.

Anybody up for a run?
Ruby, a 2 yr old Brittany Spaniel was about to lose her option to live, all because she couldn't have puppies. Her owner didn't feel there was room for a dog who couldn't produce a litter. Unfortunately, this is all too common. Luckily we came to hear of Ruby's plight and talked her owner into giving her a chance to be adopted out. Ruby fell in love with our pitbull-mix, Dolly. Ruby never had a dog-sister before! Ruby was adopted by a couple who had another Brittany. Her adoptive parents are avid runners, so now Ruby and her dad complete in races. Finally, Ruby can run like the wind!! But, her real prize is her “forever” home! And, she still enjoys coming to visit Dolly.

Hip-hip hurray!
Toby was doomed to life on a chain for 7 years. When his family lost their home, he was brought to us in the back of a pick-up trunk in the driving rain. What a sad fellow. Toby had never had any medical attention and was found to have two very badly deteriorating hips. Our local rescue raised the funds to replace his hip and we nurtured Toby for the year of this ordeal. Unfortunately, the hip didn't turn out perfect…, but his life still did!! Instead of adopting Toby out, we decided he had been through enough. He moved into our family permanently and now runs around the home and office trying desperately to be the boss. He adores our little Jack Russell, Emma, and make no mistake…: she is the boss!

A honey bunny!
Life took an unexpected turn for Honey when her owner found himself taking on a new wife and child. She was passed to Grandma who loved her but was faced with a town pit-bull ban. So, what was a Honey to do?? We took Honey in and found her to be a delightful dog and the biggest snuggle dog we had ever met. Honey had one quirk – she didn't know how to behave around other dogs. But never fear. Honey found a "world-class" couple to adopt her who love her and understand her needs. Honey's needs are mostly a comfortable lounging couch, two squares a day, and plenty of cuddling. Rumor has it…she is really Grandma's baby now that Grandma has moved in!! So, Honey lives happily ever-after and now bears the fitting name of HoneyBun.

Walkin' the line!
Sydney's mom was forced to deal with declining health and the ultimate decision to give up her 8 yr. old yellow lab companion. Syd was the most loving guy, but there was something just “not quite right” about this guy. He would be walking along and then softly fall to one side. Other times, he could walk just fine, only he wasn't the straightest line between two points! Syd suffered from Wobbler's Syndrome, a neurological disorder. We worked with Syd and discovered acupuncture therapy. A local couple nurtured him through the treatments while we searched for just the right home. And, boy did we find it!! Just look at Syd in his new digs, enjoying his bone. Funny thing with Syd, he doesn't even know he has a problem!! He is just a bundle of love and really just needed someone to give him a little help along life's path. Special dogs find special people!! Another happy ending.