Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Wanted: A Warm Bed

As the cold weather fast approaches, these loveable doggies are in need of a warm furever home!


"Jack" **adopted**
Breed: Border Collie
Sex: Neutered Male
Age: 1.5 years

Jack is your typical Border Collie: smart, playful, friendly, sociable.... just wonderful!! Believe it or not, this well behaved boy was found wandering the streets by himself, and nobody ever came to get him. Jack LOVES his daily walks, and would make an excellent running partner. He enjoys playing with other dogs, and would love to have a canine companion in his new home. Jack is a very active dog, and will require alot of exercise. He would do fantastic in agility or flyball activities!


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"Lexie"
Breed: Pit Bull X
Sex: Spayed Female
Age: 1 year

You may remember Lexie from a few months ago..... well, she's back. Unfortunately, Lexie is just a bit too rough for a home with other dogs. She did great with the 4 year old child, but the small dog just couldn't keep up with her. We would like to find Lexie a home where she can be the only pet. And preferrably no kids, as she can easily knock them over. She's definitely a stubborn gal, but with the right amount of exercise and attention, she will be just fine!


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Last, but certainly not least, is Mandy:



"Mandy" **transferred to Windy City Canine Rescue**
Breed: Cocker Spaniel
Sex: Spayed Female
DOB: January 19, 2000

Mandy is a dog with a sad story. Her owner dropped her off at the shelter, simply because nobody wanted her after a divorce. He informed us that she had a history of biting, and when we asked more about that... he said "she's old and can't hold her bladder as long, so when she pees on the floor I smack her. And then she bites me." Now, we've known Mandy for a few weeks now, and not once have we seen her lash out or become aggressive towards anything. In fact, she longs for cuddles and attention. She may need more frequent pee breaks, as she is nearly 11 years old! but other than that, she is a perfect little dog.
She came in with eye infections, ear infections, and two lumps: one on her belly, and one on her back. The owner had nothing to say about her health.. but we later found out that the large lump on her belly was actually an infected hair follicle. You may ask yourself, how long has she been living with this infection? Well our vets estimate about half of her life.
When we questioned the owner on how she likes daily walks, he said "she walks everyday: from her bed to her food dish". Needless to say, Mandy is a tad overweight.

Mandy has since been medicated, bathed, had the lumps removed, had a dental, and now receives daily walks! She still has a few more pounds to lose, but is becoming more and more active every day. When you look in to her eyes, you know there is a story. But she continues to shine each day. Mandy would like to find a quiet home, maybe with an elderly couple, who can take her for short walks each day, and who will give her a nice soft bed to lay in! She does great with other dogs and cats, but prefers mature animals who are gentle & quiet.

If you come by and visit Mandy, you'll instantly fall in love with this once discarded angel.