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Such a good little trooper
Honestly I don’t like it when I feel like I have to blog because I’m so angry I don’t know what else to do. I wish I had some wonderful adoption or sweet story to share. But having fumed all… Read More ›
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This little hero
5.3.16 As I prepare to post the first blog I’ve written since Atticus’ I thought it worthwhile to share here how Atticus is doing. He has made amazing strides in the 6 weeks since he arrived. He has put on… Read More ›
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It’s all in the view
Rarely does a day go by that someone doesn’t say that they don’t understand how I can do what I do. More often than not they have seen some sad story about another dog or cat abandoned, abused or neglected… Read More ›
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2015 Adoption Video
Visit the post for more. Source: 2015 Adoption Video
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The Story of Cammie – by guest blogger Cindy Buckingham
Cindy Buckingham is a great friend, fellow foster, our volunteer coordinator and so much more. I shared a story about another of her foster experiences, A Lucky Little Life, a few years ago. This is her story that follows is… Read More ›
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With the Curse Comes the Gift
Maybe it’s coincidence that I’m writing this blog on Christmas Eve but I’d say not so much. Even thought I know well now that the best gifts don’t come in wrapped packages. I find the best ones come in less… Read More ›
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The Last Dog Chosen
When I walked into our lobby one afternoon not long ago and was greeted by the red rimmed eyes of one of our staff, I immediately got that hollow feeling in my stomach. The feeling that happens when I realize… Read More ›
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Boyd: A Soldier’s Dog
In 2009 a young man adopted a dog from our shelter. A Husky mix that we had named “Boyd.” Boyd was just a wonderful dog. He was friendly, gentle and loved everyone he met. And while not a puppy, he… Read More ›
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Where I’m supposed to be
When I was in high school l lived one door down from Dr. Jim Davis, a well-known veterinarian in our community. I knew him both as our dog, Heidi’s vet and as our neighbor and as such it was common… Read More ›
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My Mistake
This is one of the most difficult blogs I have ever written. Simply put, I don’t write well or clearly when I’m pissed. But the ten previous drafts helped a little to dilute the anger that was laced in my… Read More ›
