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Sophie - ADOPTED - black and tan female Shiba Inu

We fostered Sophie from late January 2010 until late April 2010. She's living the high life with her adopted family in Florida now.

Jenna Gates May 1, 2011

Sophie is Adopted

Sophie and Donna

Snickers and I are halfway home from having delivered Sophie to her new home in southern Florida. Yes, I drove ALL THAT WAY to take her personally instead of putting her on a rescue transport. She has a tendency to be anxious and need reassurance about new situations; a transport would have been too stressful […]

Jenna Gates February 23, 2011

Family Harmony 101: Doggy Style

When integrating a new dog into a multi-dog family, traveling the path to peace in the pack requires patience and baby steps.

Jenna Gates February 11, 2011

Sophie is Available for Adoption

I took all three dogs to the vet today. Sophie’s checkup went well. She gave the vet tech kisses and she wasn’t anxious about anything, even when they microchipped her with that huge needle! The vet says she’s very healthy and in great shape. He’s not too concerned with the “fly biting” behavior. Since she […]

Jenna Gates February 6, 2011

A Good Day for Dogs

Today has been a good day for dogs and a lazy day for me. Friday, I spent time figuring out what I do, why I do it, and what I really should focus on. Yesterday, I ran errands and did chores – a typical Saturday. Normally, on Sunday, I would work… work on rescue stuff, […]

Jenna Gates January 30, 2011

Say Hello to Sophie

Sophie’s owner had to leave the country for work, so she is living with us until we find her the perfect forever home. She’s a crazy, but smart, 11 month old Shiba Inu. She has crazy puppy energy and wants to play non-stop all day. She would love a home with another playful dog for company!

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