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Friends - please pass this and post this whever you can. Thank you! The pup has until this Friday, December 14, to find a home or a new foster home. Since his rescue, he has had all of his shots, will be neutered on Tuesday, and all of his vacinees. He has also gained some much needed wieght, and has shown a steady increase in pep and personality. We now get full body tail wags when we get home!Here is the full story:Over thanksgiving break, we found this pup in a parking lot in rural West Virginia. He was shivering, hungry, very timid and obviously beaten. After confirming with locals that his owner was unknown and that he'd been wondering around there for several days, we didn't have the heart to let him freeze to death. We have taken him to the vet for an overall checkup. He's roughly 9 years old and a mix of a Lab, Hound, and German Shepard, we think. In the few weeks we have had him now, he has shown nothing but a sweet, sweet personality. We have a two-year-old boy and a 5 year old high energy Yorkie. The dog spent a day with a friend with two four-year old boys. He's been to the vet, been poked, prodded, inspected, blood drawn, shots given, bath given, etc, and not once has he shown a single sign of aggression. The good: Incredibly sweet. Wants nothing more than to curl up on a sofa next to someone. He is so gentle with our little boy and our little dog. He tries hard to please. He now has his rabies shot, he is free of stomach worms and heart worms, and overall in decent health. He walks fine; my two-year-old walked him around the block with no trouble. He is housebroken and actually goes to pretty good lengths to hide his big business when he is outside. He does great on car rides, just laying down and sleeping most of the time. He went to the Staunton Christmas parade with us and was very calm through the noise and people. He either sat or laid at our feet. When around the office or around the house, he is never more than 5' from us. When our son cries, he tries to "help." He does not know how to play, but he likes to rest against whomever he can. He is free of heartworms, we just gave him his rabies vaccine and a deworming, and a bath went a long way to shine his coat. He has no problem with stairs (or getting on the sofa as you can see from the pics). He is a very, very quiet dog. We have heard him howl once when he thought he was alone, but we have not heard him bark, growl, etc. He sleeps through the night at the foot of our bed and doesn't make a peep. The bad: Needs neutered and has a loose tooth. Will need all the other standard vaccinations and flea/heartworm preventative treatments. He marks inside, which the vet said will go away with neutering and training. He is not trained, but he is slow, sweet, and patient so he's not really a problem. He has a stiff left shoulder, I think - he favors it when he first gets moving. Once warmed up he walks on it without a problem. He is skinny. Needs to gain 6-8 pounds according to the vet. He currently weighs around 43 pounds. He only likes human food, which has proven to be challenging He was likely raised on scraps. We've been mixing in some soft and hard food during his meals and he is eating well, but it's not as easy as "give him a bowl." He has a loose tooth that will need extracted, and his other teeth are worn - vet things from escaping his previous environment. The indifferent: He has a very timid personality and must be treated with a very kind hand and heart. If you trip over him or drop something, he thinks the worst is coming and cowers down. It's quite sad. But, after being around us for a couple of weeks now, his tail wags regularly, ears perk, and he eagerly greets us at the door. He just needs some TLC!Our family does not have the capacity to keep the pup permanently, but after all he has been through, we couldn't just take him to a shelter or another foster home. He needs a nice, safe, and loving home in which to retire. So, we are trying to keep him until a permanent home is found, but we need to find a home sooner than later. We are happy to loan him to a good home to see if you get along! We do request that it's a nice, sweet home for him though. He deserves it. The attached pictures show him in various environments, from the parade to the sofa to a walk with our son. Thanks for any assistance you can provide in finding this guy a home! Please contact me by Facebook http://facebook.com/peter.denbigh (Peter Denbigh) Thanks!

ADOPTED!! Sunny

ADOPTED!! Hello! My name is Sunny! I'm currently in Fredericksburg but could be brought to Harrisonburg for someone interested in having me. I'm 3 years old and current on my shots. I'm not spayed but my owner would be willing to pay for it to be done for the new owner. I'm great with babies & kids as you'll see in the photos. I'm friendly with people, dogs and cats. Please contact my owner Latrice White at or at latriceswhite@gmail.com. Thanks! ADOPTED!!

ADOPTED! Pup

ADOPTED! I have a 6 month old Mountain Feist mix puppy who I need to relocate. She does not have her shots and needs to be fixed. We have had her for a few months, and we love her to death, but have found that it is too much for us to handle a dog with working long days and having a new born baby. She is and indoor dog and is crate trained and very good with kids. Our son plays with her and she has never one been rough with him. She is very playful and loves attention. I want to find her a good home. By the way- She’s about 4 lbs and expected to stay tiny. She’s reverse brindle, mainly black with brown undertones. We just dewormed her a few weeks ago. ADOPTED!

ADOPTED!!!!!!!Qtip

ADOPTED!!!!!!Looking for a good home for Qtip. I am willing to do a paid fostering where I provide the food and litter for Qtip but ideally I would like her to be adopted. She is 2 years old, fixed, up to date on all vaccinations, and she comes with her food, litter, food dishes, toys, litter box, etc ADOPTED!!!

Stella

I have a St. Bernard/Lab mix that I need to rehome. I'm attaching a picture of her, and would be happy to talk to you about her AWESOME characteristics, her quirks, and the reason that she needs a new home. Thanks so much! Dawn Lorenzen dawn.lorenzen@yahoo.com cell(540) 560-2974

Tinker

***** Tinker is a short-haired stray that showed up at my house around the end May. She looked about 3-4 months old at that time, but I’m not sure. She has now been spayed, has all her shots, gets monthly flea treatments, and is in excellent health. As of today, she’s approximately 10 months old. She’s mostly gray and white, with just a little tan mixed in. She has an extra-fluffy tail. She is a very playful kitten who’s bored with her other 2 kitty housemates that are old and won’t play with her. I think she would thrive in a home with kitties her same age. She does go outside some, but she likes indoors better. I think she would have no problem becoming a totally indoor cat, especially with having other kitties to play with. Tinker has the “helper” personality. She wants to be involved in everything and likes to lend a helping paw. Even if she’s not quite the lap-cat yet, she wants to be where you are. She follows me from room to room, watching everything I do. She has no fear of anything or anyone, not even the vacuum cleaner or the hair dryer. She loves to bat her ping pong balls around the house and chase all her feathered toys. It breaks my heart to give her up, but Tinker really needs a home with younger, more playful and active cats. My older cats are not happy with her and don’t appreciate her energy. I’d be willing to let anyone interested have a “trial period” and would not hesitate to take her back if it doesn’t work out. Please contact me at allis2kl@jmu.edu.

FEMALE KITTEN IN TIMBERVILLE VA

This kitten appeared at our house in Timberville 3 weeks ago. She was very friendly and was obviously someone’s pet before coming to our house. She did not touch the water bowl we gave her and will only drink milk. Don’t think a stray cat would do that. She is very affectionate and loves our little Yorkie mix. When we take the dog for a walk in the backyard, she walks along (even in rain)! We contacted Cat’s Cradle and they told us they could help if we first had her spayed but they could not guarantee anything. We do not want to take her to SPCA. We have an appt on Sept 17 to have her spayed and give her the first set of shots. Helen H. Moore Phone 540-568-2902

Brutus : )

My husband and I are in a dilemma. We have a rescue dog named Brutus. Brutus appears to be a red lab, approximately 3 years old. I do not think he has ever had shots or even been to a vet. We live in a very small space and Brutus is, well, a brute. He is currently tied via 20 ft. cable and we have a HUGE dog box that my husband got from his Dad on a temporary basis. We are desperately seeking a loving home for Brutus. Preferably, one with a fenced in yard or someplace where he can safely run. He is so loveable and I just wish we could keep him but cannot and I cannot take the fact that he is on a dang cable. Do you know of anyone that would be interested? Please contact Gail at TURNERGX@JMU.EDU

Male Kitten #2

We have to find homes for 3 kittens this weekend. There are two males, both orange, and one female brown/black tabby that are around 7-8 weeks old. They showed up at my husband’s work, and he’s been taking care of them and their mom, and has been able to find homes for the mom and siblings. His boss has told him these three cannot stay. If you, or anyone you know would be able to take one of these guys, please let me know today. CONTACT MARTENEA@jmu.edu

Male Kitten

We have to find homes for 3 kittens this weekend. There are two males, both orange, and one female brown/black tabby that are around 7-8 weeks old. They showed up at my husband’s work, and he’s been taking care of them and their mom, and has been able to find homes for the mom and siblings. His boss has told him these three cannot stay. If you, or anyone you know would be able to take one of these guys, please let me know today. CONTACT MARTENEA@JMU.EDU

ADOPTED!!!!!!!Female Kitten

ADOPTED!!We have to find homes for 3 kittens this weekend. There are two males, both orange, and one female brown/black tabby that are around 7-8 weeks old. They showed up at my husband’s work, and he’s been taking care of them and their mom, and has been able to find homes for the mom and siblings. His boss has told him these three cannot stay. If you, or anyone you know would be able to take one of these guys, please let me know today. MARTENEA@JMU.EDU ADOPTED!!!!

Brute

Brute is about 9 months old and is at 45 lbs. He has medium to high energy levels right now and can tire easily with exercise. He is Norwegian Elkhound mix -- he does know simple commands as sit or get down or no. He also chases his tail. Not sure how he learned that one yet, but if you hold his tail and say get it -- he chases it as long as he can stand. He has been trained to stay in his cage or kennel for a few hours at a time. He is house trained -- however if you leave him inside for several hours he can have an accident. He gets along with other animals (we have two small dogs and a cat) He does forget at times that he is a bigger dog than smaller animals and still wants to play but with a little bit of correction he will back off. Julie Moubray -- 540-383-2138

Male: Buff/White

If you have any questions on this kitten, please contact Larry Heine at larryheine@gmail.com. IThanks! -- Free healthy, adorable, friendly, litter trained 6 weeks old, eating dry and canned food. (Male: Buff/White)

Male: Orange/White Paws

If you have any questions on this kitten, please contact Larry Heine at larryheine@gmail.com. Thanks! -- Free healthy, adorable, friendly, litter trained 6 weeks old, eating dry and canned food. (Male: Orange/White Paws)

Male: Orange

If you have any questions on this kitten, please contact Larry Heine at larryheine@gmail.com. Thanks! -- Free healthy, adorable, friendly, litter trained 6 weeks old, eating dry and canned food. (Male: Orange)

Female: Gray/White

If you have any questions on this kitten, please contact Larry Heine at larryheine@gmail.com. Thanks! -- Free healthy, adorable, friendly, litter trained 6 weeks old, eating dry and canned food. (Female: Gray/White)

Female: Gray Tabby

If you have any questions on this kitten, please contact Larry Heine at larryheine@gmail.com. Thanks! -- Free healthy, adorable, friendly, litter trained 6 weeks old, eating dry and canned food. (Female: Gray Tabby)

Female: Calico

If you have any questions on this kitten, please contact Larry Heine at larryheine@gmail.com. Thanks! -- Free healthy, adorable, friendly, litter trained 6 weeks old, eating dry and canned food. (Female: Calico)

Female: Orange/White Paws

If you have any questions on this kitten, please contact Larry Heine at larryheine@gmail.com. Thanks! -- Free healthy, adorable, friendly, litter trained 6 weeks old, eating dry and canned food. (Female: Orange/White Paws)

ADOPTED!!!!!!!PUREBRED BOXER

ADOPTED!!

ADOPTED!!!!!!!Hi! My name is Molly! I'm a 1 year old female brindle Boxer who needs a very loving home! I'm a purebred!! I am currently being fostered and am looking for the right person who will give me lots of love and attention! I get along with dogs. I want to play, play, play so if you have older dogs please do not consider me. I don't want to hurt them while playing! My foster mom was told I was housebroken; however, I've peed in the house so I'm guessing I was never taught any different. :( I will need some gentle training with something like this. Cats? Well, I've never really been introduced so......but, remember, I'm a Boxer so I love kids and I'm sure I will end up loving cats, too! I'm totally sweet!! HOME VISITS WILL BE DONE and REFERENCES WILL BE CHECKED!

Kitten Needs a Home/ Mom Needs a Home

This is the last time I will beg and plead to find a home for this last little kitten. She is SPCA down unfortunately in a week. I am also looking to rehome the mother cat. She is spayed and has her rabies vaccine. She is a beautiful cat who is extremely friendly. Please contact Tonya Frazier at aynot74@gmail.com if interested in either.

Cinnamon!!!

This is my foster dog, Cinnamon. I'm trying desperately to find her a new foster home or, even better, a forever home. She's very active and I work 12-hour shifts and, with other unforeseen demands on my time lately, I am absolutely incapable of providing her with enough time and attention, even though I'm trying. She loves everyone she meets and gets along with cats, but she is dog-selective and at this point, I'd recommend a home where she's the only dog or with someone who's going to have patience with her for a few weeks to teach her how to get along with another dog. She gets along with my German Shepherd and my Pit mix, but not with my Pomeranian, so it's very difficult for me to keep them separated and spend enough time with both of them. My Pomeranian is getting upset and has started developing hot spots, so I really need to find Cinnamon a home. She's about a year and a half old and still has a lot of puppy in her. She's housebroken, spayed, and up to date on all shots. Please help me network her. She's a sweetheart and deserves the best, and the best I can offer isn't enough. Thank you!! She's available through Virginia Paws for Pits...http://www.virginiapawsforpits.com/

ADOPTED!!!!!!Kitten : )

ADOPTED!!!!!!!!!!Here's a male kitty who desperately needs a new loving home! Please think about adopting him! : ) ADOPTED!!!!!

Male Husky Mix

Male Husky mix in need of adoption or rescue! We have contacted some rescues but no one can help. Feel free to share with any contacts you may have. Probably 4-5 years old. Seems ok with other dogs but I would recommend testing with your own dog. $25 adoption fee with free neuter and rabies!

ADOPTED!!!!! Sarah

ADOPTED!!!!!!!!URGENT! Sarah is in immediate danger if not pulled/adopted in 24 hours. Our shelter filled to the capacity over the weekend. A total of 13 dogs came in in 24 hours. Her adoption fee is $25 with free spay and rabies! 540-943-5142. ADOPTED!!!!!!!!

Neutered Lab Mix

IN TROUBLE IN BEING EUTHANIZED if not pulled/adopted before 1 p.m. on 7/17/12. 16543-

$25 adoption fee and he is already neutered and rabies vaccinated! Gets along well with other dogs. Lab mix around 2 years old.

ADOPTED Tortoise Kitty Needing a Home!

ADOPTED I had a kitten show up at my house. It has been hanging around for several weeks. We have been feeding it. It’s been scared, but starting to warm up to us. It usually comes out when it sees us come or go. It’s been crawling up in our cars and I’m afraid something will happen to it. I’m not interested in keeping the kitten but would like to give it to a good home and I would be willing to help pay for it to be spayed or neutered. I haven’t been able to determine the sex of the kitten. It’s really sweet and just wants to be rubbed and loved. ADOPTED!.

TAKEN TO SPCA - Kittens Needing a Home!

TAKEN TO SPCA - ON FRIDAY I FOUND AN ENTIRE SOCKET TOOL SET ON MY MORNING WALK. THIS MORNING.....I FOUND....THREE SWEET LITTLE KITTENS (LINCOLN, BLINKIN AND NOD). THEY ARE IN MY BASEMENT AND DESPERATELY NEED A HOME. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW COULD GIVE THEM A GOOD ONE. THEY ARE LITTER BOX TRAINED AND ALREADY EATING DRY FOOD. SWEET AND PLAYFUL! THEY ARE ESPECIALLY FOND OF THE TOGGLES ON KEEN SHOES SO OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS WOULD BE PERFECT ADOPTORS! EMAIL ME OR CALL OUR HOME NUMBER IF YOU CAN HELP (540-879-9694). THANKS (MEW)! TAKEN TO SPCA

Kittens! : )

Beautiful kittens free to a good home! A stray mama cat had the litter in my mom and dad's building. They are litter box trained and are now mostly on solid food. If anyone is interested please let me know or if anyone has any ideas of where I can get the babies a home it would be appreciated. Contact me, Tonya, at 540-294-0316.

Min Schnauzer/Shih-tzu mixes

Penny & Jake - min schnauzer/shih-tzu mixes 6 years old brother & sister spayed & neutered house broken & crate trained both used to being around kids, although Jake is more tempermental than Penny (with everyone) we think he's more schnauzer than Penny :) both used to being groomed (I do it myself) but Jake does need to be muzzled for his feet & legs. both current on all shots both are in good shape but would do well to lose a few pounds (weigh about 20-22 lbs each) really want to keep them together since they've never been apart from one another they have never been around cats so I'm not sure about that, but they have been around other dogs and do well with them Please let me know if you know of a really good home for them. Thanks so much!! Dawn Knight Page County Public Schools ESL Teacher 743-4078 EMAIL ME AT:

dawnk@pagecounty.k12.va.us 'Until one has loved an animal, part of their soul remains unawakened'

ADOPTED!!!!!

ADOPTED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Short tail opposum in need of need home saved her from going to shelter. She will come with cage, food and accessories. Asking re-homing fee. Contact (COMING SOON)ADOPTED!!!!!!!!

Kitten needing a good home: Gray and white female kitten - approx. 4 mo. old - very friendly, affectionate, and sweet disposition. She has been spayed, has rabies shot, tested negative for Feline Aids and Leukemia, and overall very healthy. If anyone is interested in giving this little cutie a forever home, please contact Karen at allis2kl@jmu.edu. I need to place her in a good home quickly. I can't keep her...I have already have 3 cats.

ADOPTED!!!!!!!!!! Bichon in Earlysville

ADOPTED!!!!!!!!!!!!!"Sam" is a 9 year old Bichon. His owner has Alzheimer's disease and can no longer care for him. Sam is at the Earlysville Animal Hospital because Emily Kinnaird, a veterinarian there, has promised "Sam" will live there until she finds a good and loving home for him. If interested, please contact Emily at kinnairdvet@gmail.com or call the Animal Hospital at 434-973-9699. ADOPTED!!!!!!!!!!!!!