two fosters that need homes

[bugmom]

I have two foster dogs that need homes and so i'm covering all the bases and little all of you know about them too...who knows maybe one of your co-workers is lloking for one of these dogs.

Dog one is an aussi shep mix. She is spayed, approx 7 years old, no hip problems, and weighs in at 70 lbs. (some call that large - i call it bed warmer!)she would love to be an only dog and really HATES male dogs. She is a wonderful couch potato. loves to snuggle and tell you how her day went.

the other is a deaf dal puppy - approx 10 months old. This happy go lucky girl is a charmer and can win over anyone. she is at the "gotta put everything in my mouth" phase. she is spayed, weighs in at about 50 lbs...but is still growing i noticed (the collar was getting tight). she is learning her commands (hand signs) and we're working on housebreaking - so far she's winning (darn!). She is crate trained.

If you hear of anyone that may be interested please forward them over to me! [email protected] (there's an unscore between mom and 1998...mom_1998)

thanks - i'd love to have homes for these two very soon. I have photos of both too!

[delidog]

Good Luck,and Thank You for your kindness in fostering them...i'm sorry that we are so far away...but maybe contact tony larussas' foundation......arf...they are in or near to san francisco...also the Morris foundation in L.A.....and of course you can always call Bestfriends in utah...they might have a contact in your area.....
again Good Luck with these Precious pups!!!!thanks for doing the right thing!!!

[DoggiesAreTheBest]

Good Luck in finding both pups a home. I will keep them in mind if I hear of anyone wanting a dog like them.

Give them lots of hugs and kisses from me.

[bugmom]

On the up side! it looks as though the dal will have a home in South Cal....now all i have to do is get there in the middle of moving!! (thank goodness for the transporters!!) The australian shep mix is my problem child...i am very concerned about how her story will end...its not looking good. Best friends in utah is full. tony larussas arf charges just to post a dog on a website and frankly i'm already in the dog hole and can't pay yet another fee. none of the local rescues group (except one that has my undiying love and devotion - Pet Network of Saratoga) have been able to help. HART's is full, milo is full, no one seems to want a middle aged dog - guess we have that in common!!heeheee but my fingers are crossed and i hope i don't have to make the heart breaking decision.

Well, keep your eyes and ears open - we've got to sept 3rd. here's her photo!!

thanks all!!

[Sudilar]

Shortnen is beautiful!!! Does she have to be pts? Can you get her more time? She is so pretty, if people see her, there must be someone out there to adopt her. She is gorgeous!!! Did you say you tried Aussie rescue? How about Petfinder.org, look in the shelter and rescue area for your state. Good luck. She does not deserve to die.

[tatsxxx11]

I'm so happy the Dal puppy found a home. I can't imagine that there isn't a taker for beautiful Shortnen! Usually there are lot of people looking for an adult doggie, over with all of those adolescent issues;) It's sounds like you've tried everywhere...:( Did you try Aussie Rescue? Have you tried putting up flyers, newspaper ads??? This beautiful doggie is so deserving a forever home. I will be hoping and praying that she finds one soon.

[trisha0503]

Hi,

Shortnen is cute.... I could chip in some money to cover the expenses for the posting in the website... I know we only have limtied time and we need to act quickly... Let me know where could I send the check and to whom should I make it payable to....I'll ba praying for SHortnen...

Rosebel
Miami, FL

[tatsxxx11]

I'd be honored to help too...email me.:)

[Sudilar]

Aussie Rescue in southern California
http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Ridge/2318/index.html

Aussie Rescue in Northern CA with rescue links on the bottom of the page
http://www.hrdndog.com/Rescue/

1-877-ARPH779 and [email protected] Official rescue organization fo the Australian Shepherd Club of America

[bugmom]

Sent messages to every aussi bred group in the state and a couple outside the state....i've covered all the other bases already. my gut knows it can't abide the shelter horror and so i'll take her with me when i move and face eviction.... oh keep praying that a puppy miracle happens cuz its making me quite nuts and distraught....she's been through so much and really deserves so much more and better - bonbons and a sofa and 24 hours of soap hours and puppy spoiling.... i'm thinking flyers to all vets, rescue and pet shops in the area again.... However i have recommended Orin to a few people who where interested in Shortnen but already had other dogs!!!

[Sudilar]

Try www.srdogs.com

[shais_mom]

Goodluck Janet, I will post this link on a couple other boards I am on. And pray hard.
How is Bug doing?? you don't have to rehome her either do you when you move or are you allowed one dog? :(

[DoggiesAreTheBest]

Bugmom,

Have you tried Pet Finder (http://www.petfinder.org) ? They have a section where you can post ads for free. You can also browse adds that people have posted asking for specific kinds of pets.

Shortnen is a doll. It breaks my heart to think that she may be pts. She is at a shelter now, right? If you can bail her out and keep her for the mean time, and we can try harder to help find her a home. I am going to e-mail Jackie and see if we can post this on her MSN community.

Good Luck to you.

[jackiesdaisy1935]

I posted this on For The Love of Dogs, I'm sure there is that one person out there who would love this dog and hopefully will see these posts.
Jackie

[bugmom]

Bug and Count (My two dogs) are totally approved on the lease for the apartment. So its just finding homes for DeeDee and Shortnen....I'm wondering now about the couple that want deedee as its been a couple days since i've heard from them too....(they have been big time "time flakes" throughout this process - which is extremely nerve wracking when there's lots going in your life and you just want the puzzle pieces to fit). Shortnen knows that there is big time stress and she is sticking close. She has a way that when you lie down on the bed she'll come settle next to you and put her head on your shoulder and nuzzle in with the soft head fur. Then bug lies on the other arm, count drapes across my legs and just as we begin to doze off deedee does the flying squirrel on my belly.

thank you all for your prayers and help. I really truly appreciate! i've been feeling quite overwhelmed lately and the help and kind words absolutely cheer me.

janet

[Karen]

Oh, Shortnen, somebody must need you! What a sweet face you've got! You are sooo far away, but I'll keep you in my heart until we know you are safe in a forever home ...

Didn't anyone else's grandpa sing this to them ...

Mama's little baby loves Shortnen, Shortnen,
Mama's little baby loves Shortnen bread - oops, make that dog!

I don't know enough Californians ...

[Aspen and Misty]

O I am in love! She is so pretty! I would love to take her but I think our house is all full and we live to far away! :( . She wil find a home! She is to cute! Wow she is so pretty! I'm sorry I can't get over how pretty she is! I hate that people don't liek older dogs! More baggage, so? They still deserve love!

[Karen]

Any Californians out there? Not Jackie, as she's already got her two babies, but any even California cat-lovers who could find someone to save this baby? Just look at that face!!!!!

http://PetoftheDay.com/image/Shortnena.gif

[Aspen and Misty]

I'm dieing here! I want her! OMG is she pretty! I will talk to some people and see if they know anyone!

[Cincy'sMom]

What is the latest on Shorten? She is such a beautiful dog, i hope she foinds a home...

[Sudilar]

Any news here??

[Chrissay-SOAR]

I wish I could take Miss Shortnen. I wish I could!!!!!! We're pretty full but I managed to make room for Orin, hopefully it's not too late. Right now the only foster home I have available is mine, and I have two male dog fosters and if Orin comes that will make three. You said she doesn't get a long with Males right? I have two dog runs, and their already occupied but two dogs that DO NOT like other dogs... Any other dogs that come in will have to be in contact with the other dogs. I wish I could!!! I'm sorry!! But I'm going to see if I know of anyone that can help okay?? Hang in there.

[tatsxxx11]

Thank you Chrissy. Any help you can give to help find Shortnen a home would be greatly appreciated.

[Sudilar]

Thanks so much Chrissay!!

[Chrissay-SOAR]

Okay Now I just need to get ahold of orin's current owners!!!! I haven't heard anything from them yet... gosh!!! I hope it's not too late.... let's hope we can save this guy!! Oh yah also does anyone here know how much time Shortnen has?? thanks!!!!

[tatsxxx11]

Being a holiday weekend, maybe Robyn was away for the day:confused: I know that today was Orin's absolute last day so she MUST be checking in today. I emailed and Pm'd both Robyn and her friend John.

SHORTNEN'S DEADLINE IS SEPT. 3RD!! I emailed Janet, Shortnen's guardian. This is her email:

[email protected]

[zippy-kat]

*Crossing my fingers for the best*

Keep us updated!

[bugmom]

Well, we have moved successfully. I couldn't take shortnen to a shelter...when push came to shove i couldn't - never really thought i could! but know i need to do something to find her a home. so now i'm risking eviction....out of the fry pan and into the fire!! I will be checking on all of your recommendations this week...re checking the ones i've checked and doing all i can (while unpacking) to find her a home. she needs Queen Bee status. So keep the ideas coming....... post her on your sites...... i'll transport her anywhere in CA, Ore, Wa or NV -- she's that special of a dog. and cross your fingers that we don't get caught!!:D

janet

[Karen]

Check with Chrissy at SOAR - after all, Shortnen IS a Shepherd, and she's aware of the situation. If you get "caught," you could say she belongs to a friend and will be gone in a few days ...

[tatsxxx11]

Janet just emailed me in response to the messages I sent her over the weekend. I directed her again to Chrissay's email address and told her that she was trying to contact her. I hope and pray this works!!!! Thanks for checking in Janet. Shortnen just may get that special home afterall!!:) Sorry your move was tough. Maybe this is a little good news for you and your baby!

[Sudilar]

Good luck on finding a home for that beautiful Shortnen!!

[bugmom]

My luck is holding.... teh adoption for the Deaf Dal has fallen through..... cross your fingers i don't get caught as i am Two over the limit of my lease for dogs!!!!! and if anyone know of someone who would need a deaf dal or an aussie mix - the heat is on!!!!!! in the immortal words of bill the cat "Ackk" !!!!

[mugsy]

Oh how I wish Shortnen liked other dogs. I LOVE Aussies!! How is the Dal with other animals??

Good luck with rehoming them. Let me know if I can help. I will ask around if you are willing to get them to Indiana.

[Chrissay-SOAR]

Hi everyone... oh mayn I'd take Shortnen if we could. The only problem is we have 3 males here (counting Orin when he comes in!) and she DOES NOT like other males. My kennels are full, with no place to keep her away from males... This just breaks my heart. Right now I've been stressing like you wouldn't believe!!! Got about 6 calls today from URGENT dogs needing to be placed. I wish we had more foster homes.... or could kennel the dogs, though I really hate to kennel them, and it gets sooooooo expensive! Maybe I can help with the Dalmation though. Janet, do you know how he is with other dogs?? As of now we can only take in dogs that get along with other dogs for lack of space. I'll do everything I can!!!!!! I wish I could do more.... Take care and talk to you soon.

[bugmom]

The dal pup is great with other dogs...she can drive any of them nuts with her constant "lets play", "i'm biting your back leg" and the infamous Flying Squirrel stunt. she is a typical high energy dal who needs to be in the thick of it all. She has also figured out that she can climb the boxes that i'm trying to unpack - this enhances the flying squirrel stunt - so glad i live on the first floor!! kinda glad its just boxes right now and no furniture. sure saves on the wear and tear bill. Her bio is on www.petnetwk.org . along with a picture or two. She definitely needs young dogs around her. She has a way of pushing Shortnen's buttons and making Shortnen's COLS shine through. (COLS = cranky old lady syndrome).

[Cincy'sMom]

AWWWW! I just love the dal puppy! She sounds a lot like my Cincy..will chew the bone right out of another dog's mouth! And the flying squirrel leap. Sadie has learned to drop the toy and get out the way when Cincy comes runnin...unless Sadie is in a fiesty mood...then it is wrestlin all over.

I hope she finds a home. I just love Dals and DeeDee is a beautiful reason why :)

[Sudilar]

What ever happened to Shortnen and the Dal pup??

[zippy-kat]

yes!! please update us!!

[tatsxxx11]

I been wondering too and almost afraid to ask...:confused:

[Sudilar]

How are Shortnen and Dal pup??