When I went looking for a second dog, I really took my time.  I wanted to find the right dog.  But in the end, I didn't pick the right dog.  He picked me!  I knelt down to say hello to this guy.  As I walked away, he jumped on his hind legs and cried out.  I never heard such a cry!  It was like he was saying “Please pick me.”  Well, that was all it took!   Charlie came home with me and he has been such a joy ever since.  I’ve never had such an affectionate dog, and he provides hours of entertainment.  I laugh watching him play with his two “siblings” and while he patrols the backyard.  I think his mission is to rid every deer, bird, squirrel, rabbit, and bumblebee from our yard.  He loves car rides, walks, lots of hugs and kisses, and his agility classes.  He may even be a star someday!   When he gives me a look, a wag of his tail, or a big sloppy kiss, I just feel so good knowing that I rescued a wonderful, loving dog.  Charlie’s the best!  Oh, and about that cry….I’ve never heard it again!!!! Laura

My name is 3paws.  I was born with only 3 legs.  I am a 3-year old Collie/Chow mix.  I was adopted from the animal shelter when I was 2 months old.  My owner takes good care of me, feeds me and plays with me.  I am in a loving family.  I love to play in the snow and sleep for a while.  Look when my owner woke me up.  I'm almost full of snow.  I'm a "Happy Tail".

In February of 2007 I adopted my best friend Cesar from the Cuyahoga County Kennel.  My black lab buddy, whom I adopted from the kennel 13 years earlier had passed away.  I was heartbroken and empty. 1 week later I went on the internet to see what dogs were available for adoption from the kennel, cage #40 caught my eye.  I went up to see him.  I loved him the minute he sat on my foot and pressed his back against my leg as if to say take me home. Much to my dismay I was informed he had heartworm, and the kennel offered me a chance to choose another dog, but I didn't want another dog...I was already in love with my Cesar.  But with the help of the kennel and a very good vet Cesar is cured. Please do not be afraid to adopt a dog who test positive for heartworm, you see the kennel tested Cesar and he was positive.  He got the help he needed and he has to stay on heartworm pills year round.  I would have never given him up because he had heartworm.  I love this dog.  He has made my life full again.  He saved me from my sorrow and I saved him with the help of the kennel and a great vet from heartworm. Sincerely, Pam

Yoda was at the shelter for six months.  He had a broken pelvis and bladder stones.  His pelvis was broken so badly he could barely walk, when he tried to walk his back legs would collapse.  After his pelvis healed, he had to have surgery to have his bladder stones removed.   He is a remarkable and resilient little dog.  He withstood all of that and still has a wonderful, sunny outlook on life.  He is six years old and can out run and out play any dog I know.  He loves everyone, including other dogs and has brought so much joy to my home. Thanks, Yoda's Mom

I'm writing to tell you about my dog Baxter and how great he is.  I adopted a year-old hound/shepherd mix in May 2005.  At the time I became his owner because he met my size, hair length, and temperament needs; little did I know the great dog he would become for me.   Baxter, as he is now known, was already house trained and fit in nicely at home.  He picked up on the daily routine quickly and started becoming my best friend.  He loves to cuddle and give hugs, he's active and loves to go for walks and bike rides.  He has never met another dog he doesn't like and just wants to play and have a good time.  Additionally, he is a great guard-dog and makes me feel so much safer.  His ability to learn is amazing because he just wants to please; his trick repertoire includes sit, stay, lay, down, come here, speak, wave bye, "say your prays," army crawl, roll over, play dead, fetch, and give hugs.  He is such a sweet and caring dog that everyone loves him, especially me.  Now three years later, I couldn't be happier with my decision to adopt this mixed breed dog that has become my best friend, and I couldn't imagine my life without him. Much Thanks, Robyn

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