$100,000 Shelter Challenge

Archive for November, 2009

Just this side of Heaven, is a place called Rainbow Bridge…
When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food and water and sunshine, [...]

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Wow! Mike & Mandy are really doing a great job of helping us find homes for our rescued pets! Toby was adopted almost  immediately after his Wetnose Wednesday appearance!
Toby is a 8 pound tan colored chihuahua. He is about a year old and was found about a week and a half ago walking down Kirby-Whitten [...]

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What a success! Lacy was adopted very quickly after her Wetnose Wednesday appearance.
Lacy is about a year and a half old. This beatiful girl was an owner surrender. She had recently had puppies, and was being kept chained to the front porch. She is a very pleasant personality, she absolutley loves children and was raised [...]

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Cricket is a 6 year old female Jack Russell mix. She is very sweet and affectionate, housebroken and better yet, she does not bounce off the walls. Why – because she is an older woman. Cricket has always been part of a family, so the only issue she has is that sometimes she can be [...]

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Bo is a 2 year old male black and tan Chiweenie – although he does look mostly Dachshund, but small like a Chihuahua. He was one of three siblings surrendered to a shelter in Mississippi. They all three had mild heartworms, but are just about through treatment and have done just fine. The female has [...]

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Joe is a 2 year old male black and tan Chiweenie – although he does look mostly Dachshund. He was one of three siblings surrendered to a shelter in Mississippi. They all three had mild heartworms, but are just about through treatment and have done just fine. The female has already been adopted, but Joe [...]

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Micki is a four year old male Poodle mix. He came to us from a shelter in Hattiesburg, MS. He was heartworm positive and is in the home stretch of treatment. Micki is about 18 lbs, neutered and up-to-date on vaccinations. His previous owners kept him as an outdoor dog. He is good with other [...]

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Mooch is a two year old male Schnauzer mix. He weighs about 19 lbs. He came to us out of a shelter in Hattiesburg, MS. He was heartworm positive and is in the last stretch of treatment. Mooch is very sweet and gets along well with other dogs. He is housebroken and crate-trained. He likes [...]

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Hi, My name is Chevy, and I was born in Millington by a breeder who because I was the runt did not want me…. I know this because I ran away to look for food, and the lady who found me thought I was lost. She took me back and they said the did not [...]

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Alexander is a 26 lb. male soft wire-haired perhaps Pug mix – perhaps Brussels Griffon. He has a great temperament and is happy all the time. He gets along with other dogs and loves all people. He is heartworm negative, neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations and rabies. I would of course always crate a new dog [...]

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Gwynn was found on Union Avenue by a Good Samaritan. She took her home, but the child in the home was frightened of dogs and the parents had to rehome her. She is possible a 8-10 month Chow/Newfie mix. She somewhat skittish until she becomes secure with her surroundings.

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Heidi is a very sweet and loving young adult female Chow mix. She is housebroken and is not destructive at all. She is laidback and very low maintenance. She does have medium length hair and will need to be brushed to keep the undercoat maintained. She does have a flea allergy, so you will need [...]

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FONDUE
Fondue is an adorable 7-8 month old female Dachshund mix. She is about 12 lbs of muscular steel. She is sweet and affectionate with people. Fondue is very playful, but I would suggest if there is another dog in the home, it be a medium to large dog. She is too rough with smaller dogs. [...]

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Joe is a young male terrier mix. He is full of energy and loves to play. He is good with dogs of all sizes. He is crate-trained and I would say housebroken. Joe is heartworm negative, up-to-date on vaccinations and neutered. Joe might be best in a home without small children just because of his [...]

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My name is Fizz Bear…I am a Chow mix. My foster mom thinks I’m about 4 months old and I’m going through all my puppy shots, and waiting to be neutered. I rescued from Tipton County Animal shelter. I love to play with all my foster brothers and sisters. I like playing with kids. I [...]

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My name is Maxwell…I am a Min Pin/Chihuahua mix. I am 1 ½ years old. I was found on the side of the road looking for food when I was picked-up by Tipton County animal control where my foster mom rescued me. I am up-to-date on my vaccinations, neutered, and heartworm negative. I am housetrained [...]

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Ziggy is a year old male scruffy terrier/bassett mix. He has an adorable, loving personality. Ziggy is a little shy at first, but warms up in the first few days. He is very playful and must have a canine companion. Ziggy is housebroken and crate-trained. He is up-to-date on vaccinations, neutered, and heartworm negative. Ziggy [...]

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This is Freckles; she’s a year old pointer/spaniel mix. She’s 42 pounds of muscle. She’s very active and loves to run. She gets along well with cats and small and large dogs. She love people also. She rolls on her back when she meets new dogs and rolls on her back for you to give [...]

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Jim Dandy is cream male pomeranian.  He is just adorable.  He is very sweet and loves to be held.  He is completely kennel trained and jumps up in his kennel when I let him in.  He loves to go outside and explore, but would rather be right with you.  He wants to sit in your [...]

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Phineus is a male black and tan chihuahua mix. He is probably between 18 months and two years old. He is very sweet, but somewhat shy. He does not bounce off the walls as so many this size do. He is heartworn negative, neutered, and up-to-date on vaccinations. He would make a wonderful pet for [...]

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She is a very sweet and lovable Terrier mix. She is house broken, loves kids, and other dogs. She may be about 2 years old. She is very fast and can jump very high. She loves to snuggle and would be great for any family!!

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Benito is a neutered male Pointer/Pit mix who is approx. 1 yr. old and weighs about 55 lbs. He has recently graduated from a 4 week obedience training course with Alpha K-9 School in Jackson, MS where he learned to have very nice manners. Alpha K-9’s branch in Memphis will “teach” new owners what Benito [...]

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Hank is 1 year old, approx. 60#, utd on shots, neutered, house trained, kennel trained, plays with ball, walks on leash well, rides in car beautifully, have been raised in multiple dog and cat family.

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Hi, my name is Samantha. I am up-to-date on all of my shots, spayed, and current on heartworm preventative. I was found scrounging for food and living behind an air-conditioning unit. Thankfully, I was rescued from the cold, cruel, outdoor life of a stray with my 6 newborn puppies in December of 2005. My puppies [...]

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Buddie is a good dog. He is an 8 month old Pit Bull.  The Pit is for (I’m so lovable it’s Pitiful) and the bull is if you think I’m a fighter your full of Bull!) I’m a great dog for watching the Castle when my king is away and I need a good home.
Buddie [...]

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Patches is a 6 yr old de-clawed, neutered male that is very outgoing & sweet (95% of the time). Kids should not handle him because he will “correct” you if you do something to him that he does not care for. He’s a man’s cat. He really enjoys being petted and having his tummy rubbed.

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My name is Phil – I am one of three brothers. Just like every family, we are each totally different. I am the pee wee but honestly, I run the show. I also am the most loving. I love to hangout in your lap and to be cuddled in your arms. Also, if you are [...]

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Well, I couldn’t have a picture of just me! Anyway, I am Herb, the one the left. I am the third of the brothers. I love to rub up next to you and watch you and be with you — but I will decide when you can pick me up. I got all of the [...]

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Hi – I am one of the three brothers. I hate to say this – but I am the prettiest. I know boy cats aren’t suppose to be pretty – but I have too sweet a face. You should hear me “meow.” My foster mom melts! I was called Peaches for a while — until [...]

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Bosley is the intellectual type. He talks and talks and talks and expects you to listen to him attentively. Bosley is very affectionate and will make a fantastic cat for anyone. He has such a great personality and is so much fun to be around.

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This young girl is Tara and we rescued with her along with her mother after the big storm last year. A good Samaritan found them and contacted us and here we are. Tara is a very sweet girl and loves being with other animals. She is shy with people but once she warms up to [...]

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This is Baby Girl, she loves to cuddle and find high places to perch. Here she is sitting on the top of a door. Baby Girl is young around a year old and is current on all of her shots and has been spayed.

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Kestra (background) and Mystic are fun loving girls that have been with our group for quite awhile. They were surrendered to the group with their Mother and two sets of kittens. Everyone but Kestra and Mystic have found their forever families. They don’t come out to adoption day because it is to stressful for them. [...]

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Hi my name is Chloe, and I have been asked if I could spare a few minutes of my busy day to tell ya’ll a bit about myself. I am a princess and that is all you really need to know. I like to play but only after I have gotten to know you and [...]

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“Max” has lived  outside an apartment  complex for over 2 years, being
fed and temporarily cared for by some of the residents. He has been neutered & vaccinated. Unfortunately, he  is FIV positive.  Which means he can only be adopted to a single cat  home or one with a FIV cat.  Fore more info. Please contact  [...]

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He’s a big lover, just needs to be the lone pet.

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This little girl is Rosie and she is a tiny thing, she is the only girl in the litter but certainly gives the boys a run for their money. Rosie is a bit more reserved then her siblings but she is very playful. She is only about 6 lbs and does not appear to be [...]

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This beautiful boy is Bishop and there are not enough words to tell you how great a cat he is. Bishop is very outgoing and very affectionate. Bishop was one of the first of his litter to be up and running and playing. He is such a sweet boy and really deserves a home of [...]

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I am deaf. You have to let me know you are going to pet me or it will scare me. When I become startled, I do hiss and spit, but think about it. If you did not hear someone coming up behind you and suddenly grab you what would you do. So approach me from [...]

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Annie is a 1 year old female Tortie. She is very friendly. She gets along with other cats wonderfully. Not so happy around dogs yet. Likes to be petted and scratched. Not shy. May be a bit cautious at first around strangers.

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Hi, my name is Jesse, and I’m looking for a forever home. My first owner abandoned me, my second one abused me and broke my arm. My foster mom where I’m staying now took me to the vet and got my arm fixed, got me neutered, got me tested for FELV & FIV, and got [...]

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male cat
declawed (front and back)
DOB: 8/29/2005
Update on all shots
Neutered
Needs a good home
Call 901-848-4083 and ask for Beth
Friendly after he warms up to you

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This black kitten was found in a warehouse on New Getwell Road. The kitten is very socialized and friendly. If anyone is interested in this kitten, please fill out the online application and we will call with more info.

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We are happy to say that all three of these little girls have been adopted!
Gracie is one of three siblings that GAPR took in after their mother was killed. The puppies were two weeks old and one of our volunteers took them in and bottle-fed them. The mother was a Golden Retriever and their father [...]

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We adopted Sophie & her puppies from the Memphis Animal Shelter

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Maggie is a female 1-2 yr old Boarder Collie mix that had an angel looking after her.  She loves all creatures big and small.  She is housebroken and loves to snuggle with her foster mom.  She is great with children too.

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Sylvia is a 2 year old spaniel mix we rescued from the Memphis Animal Shelter.  Great people dog, but is aggressive towards all other dogs.   She is heartworm positive and will start treatment soon!!!

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We rescued Devito from the Memphis Animal Shelter.  He is a well-mannered, medium-sized dog.

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Penny is sweet as can be, she’s a little shy at first but once she warms up to you she’ll follow you around the house. Penny is 12 to 14 weeks old & current on age appropriate shots. She isn’t spayed yet but will be soon. Buck is her brother and boy do they play [...]

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Carl is 8 months old, neutered and up to date on shots.  He is your typical cat and really does his own thing most of the day. But, he can surprise you with his funny antics! He likes to hide in unusual places and jump out at you to surprise you. You can almost hear [...]

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Gator is a neutered male about 7 to 8 months old. He loves all kitties even his big foster brothers who like to play too rough with him. He isn’t even bothered by the dogs much, except if they bark at him and then he just runs away. Gator has been a wonderful baby for [...]

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Milo is 9 wk old male kitten we saved from being surrendered to the Memphis Animal Shelter. He is very sweet and lovable. Please contact us for more info

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9 week old male kitten (one Dusty’s kittens) who is curious and inquisitive.

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We rescued this 7 month old terrier/pit? mix from an abusive home. He is a very sweet boy who is hesitant of strangers but warms up very nicely after a day or two.

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We obtained Sweet Pea from the Olive Branch Humane Society when overcrowding was forcing them to euthanize her. She is a very sweet medium sized dog that gets along great with smaller dogs.

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Griz is one of Lana’s 5-6 wk old terrier/chow mix puppies. We had 8 of these puppies patiently waiting for a new home.

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Belle is a 1 yr old female terrier mix rescued from the Memphis shelter at
the same time as Taco (above).  She is a fabulous small dog. (approximately 15lbs)  She is filled with nothing but love and kindness.  She loves to play and sticks close by her foster mom’s side. She enjoys giving “puppy kisses” and [...]

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Taco is a 2 year old female Chihuahua mix rescued from the Memphis shelter.
She is a sweet girl who loves to give and receive affection. She is an alpha
dog, but does well with larger dogs and cats.

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Sheeba is about 3 years old.  She is a very sweet, small dog.  Her owners moved, and asked the neighbors to look after her and her son, Spot, for a day or two until they could come for her.  That was 2 months ago.  Luckily she, and Spot, found there way under an angel’s wing [...]

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Nikki (F) & Oscar (M) brother & sister about 1 year old. They were adopted from the animal shelter by a woman about 7 months ago. She “saved” them and then threw them out in a small dog run outside; that was never cleaned. She no longer wanted to care for them; they were picked [...]

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Cooper is a beautiful 2 year old male brindle boxer mix saved from a shelter that was closing it’s doors forever and was about to kill every dog inside.  He is a well behaved and happy boy!  He gets along famously with other animals (but is a tiny bit rough on cats.  He’s fine with [...]

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Yukon is a 6 month old Staffordshire mix.  He is a baby!  He loves attention, snuggling, and waking up his foster mom with puppy kisses.  He has slept in the bed with his foster parents since day one.  (He would like to be able to sleep with his new family too.  It makes him feel [...]

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Hi!  My name is Winnie.  I am a sweet and happy female Chow Chow puppy.  My “angel” rescued me from a woman who was trying to sell me for $20.00 in the parking lot of the Memphis shelter when I was only 4 weeks old.  I was covered in mange and real hungry.  I’ve been [...]

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We would like to give special thanks to Mike & Mandy, of WRVR. Every Wednesday at 8:40, Guardian Angel Pet Rescue joins the Mike and Mandy show to showcase a special animal that needs a good home in the “Wetnose Wednesday” part of their morning show. Click here to see this week’s featured pet, and [...]

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Larry was rescued from Tipton County Shelter. He is male 24 lb. pug mix and approximately between a year and half to two years old. Larry has a wonderful temperament and is good with all people. He gets along well with the dogs at his foster home.
Larry is housebroken, does not chew, walks well on [...]

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Found starving and injured on Hwy. 78; probably lost off from hunting party
7-years-old
Housebroken [inside dog]
No health problemsFine with cats; needs to be only dog
Loves to tree squirrels
Loving dog
Not a whiner or excessive barker

Dan was transferred to a Senior Dog Rescue Group.

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Like the photos on this website? Now you can have your own gorgeous photos and help homeless [...]

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Mandy escaped from her new home in Tipton County last month. She was last seen near Kelly [...]

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Please Help Us Find Riley!
He is a miniature schnauzer mix, who disappeared from Stage Road and Alfaree St. on December 20th. Please call 901-496-8367 if you spot him anywhere.

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Ralph, our black,male pit bull has been missing since 05-03-09.
PLEASE CALL FOR A CASH REWARD IF FOUND.
CALL ANY TIME AT 603-0541 OR 870-2935.
Please click here to download the .pdf version of Ralph’s Flyer to give to your vet and friends.

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Bugs was rescued from the Memphis Animal Shelter with Lady (her sister who has been adopted). She is approx. 25 lbs and 1 yr old.  She is great around kids, cats and all other dogs. She can be shy at first, but warms up quickly.

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Captain is one of the WAY coolest guys we have ever met! He looks just like Ed from “The Lion King”, and has a fabulous personality! Captain was rescued by a good Samaritan turkey hunter who had seen him and two other young dogs on an abandoned railroad track for nearly a month. They were [...]

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Buster is the littlest guy rescued by the good Samaritan hunter. He is extremely affectionate, and is only 8 weeks old! It’s amazing that he survived in the woods at such a young age, even though he had Captain and Hobie to help him out. His first night at his foster mom’s house, he ate [...]

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Andy was rescued from MAS two days AFTER his euthanasia date.  He was housed between two huge snarling dogs, which is maybe why he got missed being taken away.  He was so frightened that he was curled up in a corner of his cage, shaking.  A little blond angel saw him and pulled him out, [...]

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Note from Chester’s mom:
I saw you guys had a tent at the Gimme Shelter.  I hope you guys were successful.  We had 5 dogs adopted from the Border Collie Rescue,we completed the house visits this weekend, and everything went great.
I wanted to send you this picture of “Chester”.  He was the yellow lab that I [...]

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Buddy was adopted on his new dad’s birthday!

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Honey was found running in a shopping center parking lot by Good Samaritan.  Because of the Good Sam’s situation she was moved into a friend’s home, and then we were asked to take her.  Poor honey has been in 5 different places.  She is really friendly and very loving.  Honey seems to have been abused [...]

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Sydney is a very happy 2 and a half to 3 year old female boxer/hound mix.  She is very sweet and affectionate.  After initial introduction Sydney gets along with other dogs, large and small.  She is crate-trained, housebroken and beyond the destruction stage.  Sydney is heartworm negative, up-to-date on vaccinations, and is spayed.  She would [...]

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Lenny is a Border Collie mix, and is approximately 3 years old. He stands 24 inches high at his shoulder, and weighs in at 30 pounds. Lenny and his mom were rescued from the Marion Animal Shelter. He is up to date on vaccines, is on heartworm preventative, has been neutered and is housetrained.
Here’s his [...]

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This handsome three and a half year old cattle dog mix is Bear.  He is the most charming, friendly guy you will ever meet.  He is up-to-date on vaccinations, heartworm negative and neutered.  He is totally housebroken and is never crated.  The only thing you have to remember is to keep your blinds up enough [...]

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Katy and her sister Kamy were found by Tipton County Animal Control wandering through the back roads of Brighton, TN. When they were taken to the shelter they were only 3 months old and were grossly underweight only weighing 12 and 10 pounds. Now they are 17 months old, 17 inches tall (at the shoulder) [...]

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My name is Harley, and I’m a female, cream-colored Shepherd mix. I’m about 18-24 months old. I was abandoned by my first mama when she moved away. Since I’ve been with my foster mama I’ve been spayed, had all of my shots, including a 3 year rabies shot, and am on heartworm preventative. I’m very [...]

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Ashley is a young female lab/heeler mix.  She is approximately 45 lbs with a small build.  Ashley is spayed, up-to-date on vaccinations, and heartworm negative.  She has a very sweet temperament and gets along great with other dogs.  She is playful and would make a wonderful playmate for another dog or a child.  She is [...]

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Taylor is a year old female Rottie/Lab mix.  Taylor was born without one of her front paws.  She has never had it and does well without it.  She can run and play just like any other dog.  Taylor is a very sweet, loving girl.  She gives great hugs and kisses.  It will take a very [...]

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Delilah is a year old Rottweiler/Burmese Mountain dog mix. She is very calm, sweet, and good with other dogs. Delilah has a great disposition and would make a great family dog as long as you are prepared for a big girl.She is up-to-date on vaccinations and has been spayed. She has a very laid back [...]

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Beau is a Rat Terrier mix, about a year old. He loves everyone. Beau is heartworm negative, up-to-date on vaccinations and neutered. He is crate-trained and 98% housebroken. Beau would be great in a home with another small or medium dog to play with.  His right front leg was broken sometime in his early life, [...]

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Hello everyone! I’m Elaine.
I am a beagle, I am about 27 pounds, and I am… wait, I don’t know how old I am! I have only one good eye on account of an old injury I received prior to my rescue. I am very skittish, especially around people I don’t know. I am crate trained [...]

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My Name is Gracie Lou….I am about two months old, going through all my puppy shots, and waiting to be spayed. I love to play with all my foster brothers and sisters. We think I’m a shepherd mix so I will most likely be a big dog. I was found in the backyard of my [...]

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Hi my name is Buddy and I would LOVE to be your buddy!! I had to leave my home of 3 yrs because my owner’s landlord doesnt want pets. I am the sweetest boy, and I love to play. I will bring you my toy to throw to me. They say I have cataracts, but [...]

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Aspen is a approximately a year old female mix. She is very sweet, but can be extremely shy when she first meets you. Once she warms up to you though, she is your best friend. She absolutey loves other dogs, especially those who like to wrestle and play. She also loves to play with toys. [...]

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Poochie is a Chihuahua/Terrier mix. He is approximately two years of age. He is a sweet lapdog, but possibly has an aversion to men. He gets along with most dogs, although I do have one foster dog that he does not like for some reason. Poochie was surrendered to a shelter in Mississippi because his [...]

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Hi, my name is Savage, and I am one handsome little guy! I am five-months-old and weigh 35 lbs. I am great with other dogs and with children. I’m a real snuggle bug too. Like my sister, Angel, I like to laze around with you in the hammock, but I also like to run and [...]

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Fluffy is a young female. She is kennel trained, and is working on her housetraining. She is independent and loves to get her tummy rubbed.
Posted 07-2009

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Brooke is an 8 month old female, who was born with four other siblings while in the care of their foster mom.Brooke is housebroken and crate trained. She is one curious puppy that is ready to play.
Posted 07-2009

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Derek is an 8 month old male. He was born with four other siblings while in the care of their foster mom. Derek is kennel trained and housebroken.
Posted 07-2009

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Butch is a bit over six years old and has been with the same owner since he was adopted as a puppy. He’s fluffy, white, and weighs about 9 lbs. He’s good with other dogs once he gets used to them, but he would be best suited in a home where he could be the [...]

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Freedom and CheckMate are part beagle/bloodhound or beagle/basset hound. Both were born the last week March 09. The male is Freedom, and the female is CheckMate.
Posted 08-2009

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Cooper is the three-year-old son of Annie. He was of the nine two-week-old puppies. He and Redford are still in rescue after three years. He also was adopted by a family with a two year old and let the child crawl all over him without him showing any aggression. The family had to relocate with [...]

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Redford is the three-year-old brother of Cooper and son of Annie. He is a handsome Shepherd/Golden mix. He is a lover and gets very excited when people are around. He loves to play ball and other toys. Redford also gets along with all people, adults, and loves other dogs. He sits on command and walks [...]

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