Jessie is doing great, both girls love her especially Lauren she is really attached to her.  Not sure when I can come up there as we only have one car at the moment and Jack uses it for work and he is working two jobs  and I am working lunch hours at Laurens school.

Jessie has made quite a few friends in the neighbourhood (lots of rescue dogs also) and loves to run and play with them in our hydro field.  She is so great with kids, I walk with her to pick up Lauren after school and all kids come running when they see Jessie.  Jessie loves to chase her tail and can now sit and shake a paw for treats and Jaclyn has taught to give a hug for a treat.

Every morning she and I go for a 45-minute walk and another half-hour at mid-day, which is helping my fitness level considerably. Last Sunday she went to the dog park for the first time and held her own against a galoot Lab. I think you socialized her very well: she is interested in other dogs, but not afraid at all.

She learns fast and is now familiar with “wait,” “let’s go, Hopey,” and “careful” when she crosses in front of me and gets a foot coming forward in her bottom. An added plus, her beauty. Everywhere we go strangers tell her how cute she is.

Her personality is fabulous. She is kind and gentle and will tolerate all manner of hugging and kissing, wrestling and raspberries blown onto her tummy. Our two old cats are perplexed but in no danger, Hope either ignores them or comes to visit when they are petted. Her energy is contagious and such a joy after the past year of living with a very old dog. She is quick to find things to chew, but caught just as fast. In other words, the honeymoon is continuing.

Thank you for bringing such a lovely dog into our lives.

All the best,

Barb

Just want to send you an update and pics for our pair of misfits, Sasha & Ripley.

Sasha’s a wonderfully sweet little girl, who loves everyone and food. She’s great on walks, either on or off-leash, and responds with a wag of the tail whenever she thinks her name is mentioned. She’s good in crowds, as we often have a bunch of people around here, and socializes for a while, eats a bit, and then scoots off to a quiet place to be grumpy for a while. She plays chase with Ripley when they’re off-leash at the park, but toys and balls seem to be beneath her… she’s fit in to our routine, seamlessly.

Ripley has decided he’d like to be a puppy again. We’ve been increasing his walks to build his muscle mass, and he’ll take any pace that we can throw at him. He’s good and very strong on the leash, but careful not to stray too far when off-leash. He loves all toys and he’d play all day if he could, and adjusts his level of intensity if he’s playing with my daughter or wife, but ratchets the energy up for the boys. He hates water, and barks at anybody if they jump into the pool and don’t check in with him that they’re okay. He’s less aggressive with food, since he understands that we feed him on routine and he ignores the cats (even the young cat that wants a piece of him everyday). He’s goofy, and busy, and thinks it’s funny when he jumps on our laps for a cuddle. He loves to wake anybody up by climbing on the bed and sniffing their faces… he’s smart & trainable, and he’s trying his best to fit in.

I’ve attached some pics, for you to share with the shelter in Ohio.

Our thanks to them, but especially to you for allowing us the opportunity to provide these two a home.

Tony & Wendy

Cally adopted all her 3 dogs from us, one at a time tho and she wanted to share their beautiful faces with everyone and how happy and healthy and GORGEOUS these dogs are!

Mya – approximately 3 years old, black and white Border Collie/Lab cross. She is very intelligent!
Lacey – approximately 2 years old, American Dingo (Carolina Dog). She is nicknamed “Licky Lacey” because she chases the dogs around the dog park just to kiss them!
Tripp – approximately 2-3 years old, German Shepherd/Lab cross. He is very clumsy, hence the name. He’s a mama’s boy and knows how to open doors so he won’t be left alone.
All have been adopted from CampLotsaDogs. If I could get 20 more I could…

On Boxing Day Jim and I decided to be very trendy, so we walked Winston on the Beaches Boardwalk.  Sure enough, a photographer from a local Beaches newspaper spotted Winston and asked if he could photograph him.  I was the one who told Winston to sit and stay, but the photographer was not interested in photographing me.

Please see the newspaper link below.
(see Winston in bottom left photo)
http://www.snapbeaches.com/index.php?option=com_sngevents&id%5B%5D=235177

It’s been a couple of months since Ginger and I adopted Snuffles ( she goes by “Sadie” now) The transition was a good one. Although she isn’t too fond of the cat, they have come to a mutual understanding. We weren’t able to stop by during dec – being christmas and all, but we would like to stop in soon for a visit. Also the collar that I bought for Ginger works wonderfully, now my parents and brother want one for their dogs. It’s very short notice but could we (gin, sadie and I) stop by tomorrow afternoon?

Thank you,
Amanda

Wanted to update you on Jackson. He is an absolute dream!! Honestly, I never knew I would love this big stranger in our house the way I do. Feels like he’s been here forever. He is so sweet and affectionate, very attentive, and he even sits now…most of the time! 

We’ve been working with Monica per your recommendation, and that has made a huge difference. Jackson knows his boundaries and has good manners, making for very happy owners and a very happy dog. He’s made many new friends at the dog park, loves everyone he meets, and is a genuine pleasure to have around.

Thanks for all the tremendous work you are doing at Camp Lotsadogs. There are many happy people and happy dogs because of you and Dave.

Have a good evening,
Shannon

Just thought you would like an update on Bennett – he is now 60 pounds and is adjusting very well to his new home – He is a little spoiled but not too spoiled.

Thanks
Darlene and Dan

Just want to wish you all the best for a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year!

I hope you are able to sit and relax for at least a short time over the holidays.

Petey & Rylee’s own personal stockings are hanging on the fireplace and since they’ve been more nice than naughty this year,  I’m sure Santa will be good to them!

You’ve been a pleasure to know all these years Su and I know your reward for all the hard work you do is to find that perfect “forever home” for all your furry friends.  I, for one, will be forever grateful.

Kathy