Time for Buttons to go to the special Vet and have her surgery. We were waiting until she was a little older. Buttons is a special girl with special needs. She has 2 hernias, so will need to fix them and get her spayed all in the same day. Poor little thing, I can’t bear to think of her at the hospital having her surgery. Oh well, I know Buttons will bounce right back–she is so full of energy, and can I say this? Naughty to boot! Buttons wants to have you hold her, then chews on your hand. She is a character! When Stevie and family (from Stevie’s Furry Friends) were here, she even fetched the ball for the kids. Now that is a dog! Buttons only weighs about 10#, but that 10# is a ball of fun and will make some family very happy. Watch for Buttons in the near future and I will try and keep everyone updated on how her surgery goes.
Month: August 2012
When Is Skinny Good?
Well, I guess Italian Greyhounds are supposed to be thin. But how thin? We have a new young male–so handsome and full of energy, but I think he is a little thin. I can see his ribs and backbone–is that normal for that breed, or do we need to fatten him up a little. Regardless, he is eating and wants out of his kennel. Tomorrow is the last day for his family to claim him, and then he goes on our adoption list. Hope he finds a good home with a family that understand and love his breed. I know the breed are fast for sure, and we named him Rocket. He wants to blast out of his kennel, so you have to be fast when feeding him. Watch for Rocket in the next week–we will have pictures and more about him soon.
Another one of Chuck’s Picks!
Lucy is adorable, full of energy, loves everyone and needs a family. She could use a family with active children that like to run and play, throw the ball, swim—whatever! She is ready for the adventure.
Let me tell you about Lucy–she is about 6 months old and has shiny jet black hair. She is all Lab, (we are thinking) and she is healthy and just an all around great dog. Well, we let her out of the kennel–and who did she run to?? Guess? Chuck again! How does he do it? She adores him and is by his side when he is outside. She is very loyal and sweet, and Chuck said, “Now that Lucy, she is a sweetie.” It won’t be long and she will be riding in the seat next to him on the Mule (that’s our 4 wheeler). But first she will have to wait her turn. Usually Page or Kelly have that spot for now.
Take a close look at Lucy, or better yet, come and meet her. AND THAT IS WHY LUCY IS ONE OF “CHUCK’S PICKS”
A Fun Afternoon With Friends & and Family!
Today we had a visit from Stevie, Ashleigh, Dawn and Grandma Lynn. Stevie from Stevie’s Furry Friends, and his family have been at our rescue several times. What a blessing they have been for us. We have received collars, dog beds, shampoo, biscuits, dog food, etc. Today they came to make a fun video with the dogs and our granddaughter Kariden was here to meet them. She made friends with Ashleigh and received a bear hug from Stevie when he left. They seemed to have fun as they helped point out the dogs that were available for adoption.They left us more collars, biscuits and other goodies. The dogs loved the toys they received–especially the big ball and rope toy.
We have such great friends and volunteers. What would we do without you all??? Thanks Stevie for bringing your family for the afternoon. Tell Grandma that Roxie is missing her.
Lilah is almost a year old.
The Wild Ones Are Out and Being Socialized!
It was meant to be—Andre is the one socializing the 3 very shy puppies. We had found them on the highway and brought them back to 12 Hills Rescue. They were hungry, scared and needing some tender loving care. They were placed in an inside kennel for a few weeks and yesterday moved them to the yard with Andre. It is ironic–because Andre was in the same stage about a month ago. Dogs socializing dogs works wonders.
So look forward to seeing the 3 new ones in the near future!
I Love It–When a Plan Comes Together
Jack went home with his new family last night. They had come to find a dog about 2 weeks ago and in the process they discovered Jack. He is a Akita, Chow and German Shepherd mix. He loves little ones and when they saw him kiss their 5 month old, they knew he was the one. So, they went back home and started moving into their new place and when they were done–back they came for Jack.
He seemed to be happy when he left with them–except he was afraid of getting into the car. He prefers the back seat and it was full of baby. Anyway, we are thrilled to see Jack find such an awesome family and wishing them all the best in their new place and with their new dog.
German Shepherd Mixes–We have a number of them!
We sure do have a number of German Shepherd mixes at 12 Hills Dog Rescue. Knowing how much some of adopters have loved their German Shepherds, I thought we should put them in one place. So here goes: Andre, Doodles, Tater and Sadie. They are special dogs that are just a little insecure. What they need is a family to give them their love, their time and their home. So call and let us know if you are interested in any of our German Shepherd mixes.
The first is Doodles, then Andre and then Tater being rocked.
CHUCK’S PICKS!
I was cleaning the kennel the other day and had a new thought. (Hey, I do my best thinking when I am cleaning up the poo). Chuck, (my husband and co-owner of 12 Hills Dog Rescue) takes the dogs for their nightly run witht he 4WD Mule. The night before, he had come in and sat in the recliner to cool down. He shared with me about a certain dog that he thought was very special. (This isn’t the first time that he has shared about dogs that he feels are very special.) Don’t get me wrong, Chuck loves them all ,and they all seem to love him. BUT, some endear themselves to him and he “just knows” they are special doggies.
The first dog we had in our rescue that was extra special to him, was Bee Bee. I remember him saying, “She isn’t going anywhere, unless a special person comes along that will really love and understand her.” Well, Nancy came along and I was surprised, he let her go, even though it was hard for him.
Then there was Princess—a wonderful couple took her and now she is the Princess or Queen of their home. These are just two of the special ones Chuck has picked. It occured to me that maybe I should share his thoughts about those special dogs. So here goes—-Our first one is Alice. Alice is a golden lab mix. She is a little shy, very sweet and has hair that stands up on her neck. It looks like a giant cowlick or maybe a mohawk hair cut. She also has one foot that has a smaller toe the others, If she has been running a lot, she may favor it a little. Why would he fall in love with this dog? She is a true beauty inside and out. You just have to look into her eyes and you can see for yourself.
So, watch for “Chuck’s Picks” on our petfinder page as well as Facebook in the near future.
Should We or Shouldn’t We??? Is Non-Profit the Way to Go?
12 Hills Dog Rescue is undecided about a non-profit status. We are going to do more research and then decide. I guess it depends on the Animal Control part that we are involved in right now. It started with a grant and the object was to save the dogs in our community. If we don’t continue we fear that the pound in our community will return to killing the dogs after a few days. We have heard that we could be part profit and part non-profit. Guess that is what we should look into in the next few days. Grants are great to help out, but when they run out, you are on your own. Why does everything involve so much paperwork???
Can’t Believe the Fleas We are Seeing!
Just recently had 2 dogs arrive at the rescue covered in fleas. The little puppy even had nests of fleas and eggs in his coat. His ears were black and he had black spots all over. A good flea bath and treatment and we discovered he was a white lab with pretty golden ears.
To keep fleas and ticks from your dog they need to be treated with a topical flea preventive. We use Frontline and it always seem to be the most reliable. If you don’t have money for Frontline (it isn’t cheap), a good flea shampoo will also work. Using a flea comb afterward gets out those that you may have missed and the eggs. Look on the bottle to see when you will need to shampoo your pet again. I am thinking it is 10 days. Spraying the area where your dog lays is another way of keeping fleas at bay. The yard, dog beds and rugs all should be treated. Running the flea comb through your dogs coat periodically is a great way to keep on top of the flea problem. One flea in the comb–oops–time for another bath.
BIG DOGS NEEDING LOVING FAMILIES.
Just because we are bigger, doesn’t mean we can’t be wonderful family dogs. Gee, we have been waiting for the perfect family that will understand us. WHERE ARE THEY? Here are our pictures—call and ask about us and just maybe one of us will go home with you.
Her Face Says It All!
What a sweet gal—we named her Alice. Just one of the dogs at 12 Hills Dog Rescue that are waiting for new families. It has been so hot for all the dogs. It keeps us busy, filling water pans, baby pools, and checking to see how the dogs a
re holding up in this heat. Today I awoke to wet grass–it must have showered in the night. Yeah! Not much, but it seemed to energize the dogs this a.m. Getting back to Alice–she is spayed and had her vaccinations. She has a mohawk scruff of hair on her neck. Otherwise, she looks exactly all yellow lab. Call us if you want to meet her or her friends at 12 Hills.
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