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YOUR OPR ADOPTION STORY
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Pretty well settled in here. The new pets are fine — a bit excitable and fussy, but I'm sure they'll calm down. They seem to have been trained already, so at least that's not a problem. They often have other pets over to play, and I surprise them by sneaking up, giving my biggest smile, and piddling on their shoes! The neighborhood is very nice, I have the territory marked up already. There's a couple mean-looking mutts behind cages on the path, but I can be a bit smug as I go by walking one of the big ones. The local squirrels and birds are a bit cocky. They seem to have been having things their own way for a while, and need to learn who's boss. I’m starting to teach them not to invade while I’m surveying my kingdom . . Looks like I landed on my paws here. Life is good.
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We just wanted to drop you an update of Omar. He is now 30 lbs (almost exactly) and doing great. He has the most unique personality. We describe it as “AAO”, “All About Omar.” He is fearless… he sleeps next to the running vacuum without a care in the world and he investigates everything as if it was put on the earth just for him. We love the spunk, even if it is a struggle to remind him that he is a dog (and not supposed to be the top dog at that). At six months old, the confidence is a challenge, but we know it will result in him being the most unique pup as he matures. None of that report is to cause any misinterpretation of our absolute love for the little guy. It really is interesting to see him physically grow to match his larger-than-life personality. |
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I just wanted to say Hi and let you know how happy I am. I can't believe it has been 2 months since I moved in with my new family. I have learned so many new things and I even like going to the vet now. I was scared the first two times, but now I realize how nice they are and get to see all kinds of new friends like myself and I really like their dog biscuits. I don't have to go back my mom says until I am 6 months old. I love stuffed toys and my dad says I am all boy because I like to take the squeaker and stuffing out of my toys and then play with the skin. It sure is alot of fun, but it sure makes a mess! I like to sneak in the bathroom and unroll the toilet paper. My parents just shake their head and tell me I shouldn't it's not good for me. I love going for walks. I was scared of the leash at first, but I like getting up with Mom when it's not raining in the morning and checking out the neighborhood and all the great smells! I love my big brother, especially his toes and socks early in the morning! He's not always happy with that, but he plays tug of war with me! We have alot of fun! He loves me and will snuggle when we are both tired. I love my mom, my dad says I am a momma's boy. He just gets jealous sometimes and wants to play or hold me when mom has me. I can truly say I am loved and happy! My grandma comes to see me also and I love going to her house and sliding on the wood floors when I chase my ball or rope toy. My family just laughs and it's alot of fun. I hope my brothers and sisters are as loved as I am and having fun. Please tell them Hi for me!
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I just want to let ya’ll know that I’m doing fantastic. I love my home, and my parents just adore me. I’ve got them both wrapped around my little paw, that’s for sure. I’ve changed so much since I got here! I used to be scared of the big stairs in my house, but now I run up and down them all the time. I can even get into and out of the car all by myself. I just love going for rides and long walks. Mom got me a sweater since it’s so cold outside. I’m not really keen on wearing it, but I do it anyways to make her happy. Dad calls me Otto the Destroyer cause I’m the biggest, baddest dog I’ve ever seen, and I let everyone know it when I meet them. I’m getting pretty huge, if I do say so myself. I don’t know what other dogs weigh, but I gotta be at least 8 pounds now. Finally, I wanna give OPR a shout out for taking care of me until my family came along. I’m the happiest pup around! |
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After I was adopted I discovered that not only did I have a new home, but I also have a sister and 2 brothers, plus, a big black and white dog and a cat live with me – they’re all fun to play with. We are a happy family and I especially enjoy all of the shoes they have. I like to play hide and seek with them but sometimes my humans don’t have as much fun as I do with that game. I’m big enough now that it’s hard to carry me around much but it’s fun to climb all over everyone and lick their necks to make them giggle when they play on the floor with me. I really love my new family and give them hugs every day. And even though I can be a handful sometimes, I know they love me a lot, too. Plus, I hear I’m really cute! |
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Hi: Just wanted to let you know how happy I am in my new home in Fairview Park, Ohio! I have adjusted very well, and love my new owners, Kim and Colin. I am now six months old, and love to run around my backyard through the snow. I was trained on Invisible Fence, and no longer have to be hooked up to the leash!!! I love chasing squirrels, and looking at the deer that sometimes come into the yard! I love going for walks in the neighborhood and park, and am always picking up branches and sticks and carrying them in my mouth. I always seem to find a piece of gum too, but Kim and Colin don't really like when I do that! I have two dogwalkers (Aunt Kathy and Aunt Nee Nee), who come visit me and take me to the park. I love playing with my cousin, Tippy, and going to the park and running with her. We play tug of war with her toys too, and I am constantly trying to steal them away from her. I read my sister Molly's story, and see that she, too, loves to chew on shoes! Just like me!! I am constantly taking Kim and Colin's slippers and tennis shoes, but they do not like it very much! I love to cuddle with them and lick their faces!!! Thanks to Amy for taking such good care of me when I was a little pup---she sure did a great job training me!! I get alot of love from my new family, and couldn't be happier! Thanks OPR!!!
Love, Beanie |
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Here I am, sporting my first hair cut! I think I’m looking really cute! Bailey has made herself feel right at home since day one, back on November 15th. She and her “brother, Bo” have become fast friends, enjoying games of tug-o-war with each other. We are still housebreaking her but she does like being outside, and has no problem walking thru large snow piles in order to explore. She is very energetic and can be a real spitfire as well! We enjoy watching her coax Bo into playing or giving up a toy he may have at the time. Bailey loves to run around the house, still likes chewing on fingers and is as sweet as can be when she is relaxed and ready to sleep! We are grateful to have Bailey in our home and in more so, in our hearts! |
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Hi there! I just wanted to let you know that I am doing wonderful in my new home. My new parents adore me and consider me part of the family now. I’ve learned a lot of new things since I was adopted back in October. It took me a while to conquer the stairs, but now I can race up and down them. I play with my brother Spike all of the time… he’s a cat, so he’s still getting used to me! I also like to visit my cousins…they’re puppies like me, so they can play all day. I really love all of my new toys here. My parents say I have way too many, but I don’t think so. I also like to run in the backyard and go on walks around the neighborhood… the longer the better! My family and I just moved to northeast Ohio and I absolutely love to play in all of the snow here. I always enjoy going on rides in the car too… I can finally see out of the window now! My parents can’t believe how fast I’m growing, but I still love to sleep on their laps and snuggle with them in the bed at night. Thank you, OPR, for taking such good care of me and helping me find my new family. I couldn’t be happier in my new home!
Love,
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Hello,
Just some pictures of me at my happy home, notice even the grandson loves me. We play military all the time. I am happy, well trained, and very loved!!!!
I love to snuggle with my new family, so close I sometimes almost push them off the couch. I love playing with toys and going for long walks.
I'll send some more pics later.....
OLIVIA CRAMER |
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Dear Friends at Ohio Puppy Rescue,
Just wanted to let you know that I'm all settled in here with Mommy & Daddy, as a matter of fact I RULE the house and have them both completely wrapped around my little paw. I'm full grown now at 29 pounds, although I seem to think I'm the biggest dog on the block! It didn't take me long to become housebroken and learn all my tricks like, sit, lay, shake, rolling over and sitting pretty, I even give kisses on command! I graduated from puppy school where I met lots of other puppies and learned to show off and earn treats. I've made lots of new friends, the whole family just adores me and Mommy & Daddy have lots of friends with dogs so I get to play with other pups all the time. I also get to sleep over at Mamaw & Papaw's house sometimes and that means lots of running in the yard with my Uncle Scooter and plenty of extra treats.
My favorite thing to do with Mommy is cuddle. Every night when she goes to bed I jump into bed with her and tunnel my way all the way under the blankets. I also love to have my belly rubbed and she always tells me how handsome I am. I'm Mommy's little baby, and she loves me VERY much! With Daddy I love to fetch my ball and take walks and jogs. I'm daddy's best buddy and he loves me VERY much! It makes both Mommy and Daddy laugh that whenever I meet someone new I immediately roll over on my back for a belly rub, I'm very friendly and love the attention.
These days I'm just a happy, energetic, spoiled little puppy, and I'm excited because I know that one day Mommy and Daddy will bring me home a brother or sister pup from Ohio Puppy Rescue that I can play with!!!
Thanks for ALL you did for me and Mommy and Daddy!
Love,
Cooper
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Hi I am Casper, formerly Buxton. I was adopted Nov. 14, 2008 by my new family and now live in Beverly, Oh. I am so happy and having alot of fun in my new home. I have a sister, Bonnie, and we get along really better now. At first I think I was annoying her a little, and now she has a lot more patience with me and we share toys, food, and space. Bonnie, sure helped me with my potty training, cause everytime she went out I went out with her, we are really close. I still have my moments, but am learning that outside is the place for bathroom visits and not in the house. Thats a no no. I have had two haircuts since I have been here at my new home. I was a little shy at first with my groomer, but now, I enjoy the attention and the bathtime. I have gained some weight, now I am 13 pounds and my body is a little longer, guess thats good, cause I gained weight. I get alot of exercise and love to run around my favorite tree in the backyard, it is my special racetrack, but I really like it when I go for walks and get to see exciting new things. I need to do better on the leash, but my dad is really patient with me and is gradually getting me to walk better and not to pull sooo much. Hey, I am a puppy and want to explore the outdoors what can I say?
What a lucky guy I am, I am loved alot, and have a special place in my familys' hearts.
We have so much fun and I get to use up alot of energy, cause I have so much love to give and so much to share. I wish for all my paw pals to have what I have and to experience a life of love and happiness. | |
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Hey everybody it’s me Heidi! I arrived at my new home in Plain City on March Friday the 13th but I’ve had nothing but good luck! My new mom and dad provide me with lots of toys, blankets and treats! I am extremely personable and have not met a person who hasn’t commented on how cute I am. I learned to climb up and down stairs early on and love to run figure eights around the house. I have a great yard where I like to relax and play, as well as watch nature. I am quite the bird watcher. I also don’t mind taking baths and will jump into the tub. I am always interested in where my brothers and sisters ended up and hope they are happy too! That’s all for now!
Love,
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After a rough start ,things are settling down with my new family. I have a big sister, Bella, to show me the ropes. She acts like my mom sometimes but that’s OK because we’ve become good friends and playmates. My parents give us lots of neat things to chew on but my favorites, as you can see in the picture, are Bella’s ears. I get confused sometimes because my parents feed me really good food every day but my mom keeps saying “Chester stop growing, your big enough”! She says I am now past 11 pounds. Another great thing about this family is I get to go for bicycle rides with my mom in a basket on the front of her bike. The wind in my fur and all those great smells…ahhhh! My dad says it reminds him of the wizard of OZ whatever that is. Well we are off to Columbus to visit my cousins Rocco and Ruby the Boston Terriers and something called a grandchild. Chester |
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Hi, my name is Pixel (formerly "Dink"). My story begins approximately six months ago at a puppy mill. Among many other male pups, I was sold at an Ohio Amish auction. Lucky for me, a super nice lady purchased me. Right then, I knew I was going somewhere safe, somewhere where someone would love me.
This lady then gave me to my foster mommy, who told care of me and my brother "Chip". Together, we enjoyed a nice big backyard, plenty of good food and fresh water, and most importantly, a lot of love. One day, my foster mommy said that she found my new mom. She described her as someone who would love me and take care of me forever and ever. I always knew that one person was out there; the perfect owner that would not only take care of me, but spoil me with the love that all of the love and attention that I had only seen on TV shows and Disney movies. A few days later, my new mommy Stephanie came to visit. We hit it off right away. She even had a doggy seat waiting for me in her car. She drove me home, where I was able to meet my new best friend Gizmo and our pet Sicily, who is our kitty cat that we often like to tease. Together, we are one happy family. We do almost everything together; we even went camping last month!
While my past still seems like a dream, I am extremely grateful to the Ohio Puppy Rescue for saving me. Without their help, love and support, I wouldn't have had the opportunity to meet my new mommy. Thank you so much! We appreciate all you do. Love, Pixel |
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On the day I got adopted and I met my family, I was a little scared at first. It only took me ten minutes to warm up to them though. When I did, I started playing with my new squeaky toy with mommy, sissy, and brother. That was fun. That night is when I moved into sissy’s room and that is where I sleep as of today. The next day daddy and sissy took me to get a new collar and they bought me a new treat and I chewed on it all the way home. When I got home I had a bath, which I really didn’t like, but hey I got treats afterwards so now I love baths! Love Tyson |
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Well I'm all set for the cold weather now. Mom keeps talking about Snow and how she might lose me in it when I go outside so she bought me this new
sweater. I'm still a little guy but I do make her laugh a lot with the things I do. We are a perfect match. I love going on rides in the car, I have a carseat that I can look out the window from and see what this big
world has to offer. Life is good......thanks to OPC and my new mom. Thinking about adopting? From my point of view............I was worth it
because I filled a void in my mom's life.
Snowball |
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My new name is Bella because i am told i am so beautiful but when I am in trouble they call me Bella Ruby. I want to thank Ohio Puppy Rescue for saving me from the puppy mill.
I now live in a house with a big yard have a Mom and Dad who adore me even with my issues, i have a few but I am in school and doing really well they tell me. I have a pool on my porch for hot days and a friend next door who comes and we have play time. My new Mom has grandkids who come and play to and i really like those days I sleep good when they leave I get to sleep in the big bed with my Mom and Dad I cried so hard they gave in the first night and i am still there. I like my new life and wish it for all my puppy friends. Thanks again Ohio Puppy Rescue
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Hi OPR, It's me Oliver (aka "Ollie", formally known as Billy.)
Boy! A lot has changed for me in the last month! I got adopted by my new Mom. And I have a big brother! His name is Bailey and we're best buddies already! We play together all the time. He shares all his big boy toys with me, but I like to have ALL the toys ALL the time. I have 2 wiener dogs that are my peeps too! My Mom had an adoption party for me the night I got home and her friends brought me toys and treats! It was fun. My Uncle and Grandparents say I'm the cutest thing they have ever seen (but don't tell Bailey.) I'm doing so-so in my potty training, but am starting to do better with my crate. I hardly cry at all any more. Well, that is all for now. Take care OPR, and thanks for finding my new Mommy for me.
Love and Puppy Kisses,
Ollie |
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Ellie Shaw here....reporting live from my new home! My family loves me (actually it's more like
worship), and I couldn't be happier.
My potty training is going great. No accidents, other than an excited little tinkle when my older
brother comes home for a visit. Mommy says it's ok, because she feels the same way.
I am grateful to Bonnie and OPR for placing me with my new family. I now truly understand the meaning of the word "happy". |
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Hello
My Foster Parents from the Ohio Puppy Rescue originally named me Laurel, but I now go by Maggie. I am a rescue puppy from one of those scary puppy mills. I want to thank OPR for saving me from living in a 2x3 cage all day. My new mom flew in all the way from Toronto Canada to pick me up. I got to fly on a plane & now live in a giant house with lots of toys and cousins to play with. The street I live on has lots of dogs to play with, they are way bigger than I am too. I think that Im the smallest of them all - But Im not afraid – I love the bigger dogs. My mom says that I have “big dog syndrome” but I don’t think so. I just like to jump at them and bark load. When I run around, I run so fast that they cant catch me. Its really funny to watch them try. I just got back from the groomers. Its my second time there. I love to get washed & all dressed up. My boy cousins make a big fuss when I come over with bows in my hair, they do not like it. They say they are embarrassed to walk me – but then I give them my sad puppy dog face staring up at them with my big giant eyes – they cant resist me! It works all the time….with everyone! Its so easy to get what I want and I don’t even have to speak. I am so excited, I just graduated from puppy classes. I was taught how to sit, lay down, stay, and a few other tricks. I like doing the tricks because I get yummy treats – dried liver & green peas are my favorite.
I want to thank OPR to adopting me out to my mom in Canada. She spoils me with so many hugs & kisses. I couldn’t have asked for a better place to live.
Big Hugs & Kisses…..Maggie |
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My Dad & Me !
August 7, 2009 was at first a bitter/sweet day. I had to leave my brother & sister, Rudy & Pipsie. However, I met my new dad. I could only hope that my future would be better than my humble beginnings in an Amish hog barn in northeastern Ohio. I soon realized that I couldn't have been luckier.
My dad is the best & we have become best buddies. I also have two new brothers & a sister. They have weird barks, more like meows, but I love them, just like my dad. We help & comfort each other during hard times & play & have fun during good times. I hope Rudy & Pipsie are as happy, lucky & as loved as I am.
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Hi Everyone!
My name is Kasey but I was known as Chip when I was at OPR. Let me just tell you that I am just enjoying life! I have to admit that the first few months of my life made me wonder what the big deal was. I certainly didn't think it was all that great being stuck in a cage, never getting to run around, feel the grass, stretch my legs, chase my siblings or a ball and never being able to curl up next to a human and have my belly rubbed or feel what it was like to be loved. Then I met Bonnie and my world changed! I learned what freedom was, what it felt like to run around and play, what a squeaky toy was and what it felt like to be loved....and cared for! In my opinion it just didn't get any better than this! But it did! These wonderful people came one day and I learned that they were going to be my new parents! I was a little leary at first even though I really liked them. I was really loving my new life and to be honest prior to meeting Bonnie my experience with humans hadn't been all that great. I could tell they were great people though and that they fell in love with me instantly. By the time we got home though I was in love with them...and my new brother! His name is Gizmo, he's a pom like me and he too was a rescue. How cool is that?
I love my new life and my new home! And I love my new backyard...not only is it big so I can run to my hearts content...it has all these really great things in it! Things like sticks, rocks, bugs, worms and did I mention it has sticks? I love sticks!!
I have all these new squeaky toys and boy do Gizmo & I love to play with those. My fav though are the bully sticks (sticks again!). We have all these rooms we get to run around in and we have so much fun! In fact, Mom says we think the living room is our own personal jungle gym...up, down, over and under. We play hide and seek a lot! Fun! Mom also says that she doesn't have to pay to see comedy...she has her own personal comedy entertainment right here at home! I've learned all kinds of new tricks that I love to do because, well...we get treats!
Bed time is one of my favorite times though. Gizmo & I have a great gig going on here and mom & dad are none the wiser! What we do is, we go to bed with daddy and we get our bellies rubbed. Then after mom lets us out again, we go to bed with her and get our bellies rubbed again! Sneaky, huh? I also like mornings a lot. Me & dad like to get up early (Gizzie & mom like to sleep in) and I get to have alone time with dad. I get to sit up on his lap while he has coffee and we just "talk" while he rubs my back. (I told ya...it's a great gig!)
I have lots of new cousins too. Most of whom are rescues. In fact, one of them, Little Lucy (formerly Goldie) was rescued by OPR! You should see it when we all get together! What a crazy time...10 of us all in one house! Now that's a good time! (maybe not so much for the humans!)
Yep...I have a great life! I am loved very much by my family (dad says "spoiled") and I very much love them! It's going to get even better because we just bought a motor home and we are going to travel for the winter. It sure sounds like it's going to be fun & exciting. I've already picked out my spot on the couch. Mom says she's going to start something called a blog. I'll keep you all posted!
Thank you OPR and most especially Bonnie for rescuing me and finding me such a great family! |
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Hi OPR,
Here is a short story on my life now. I usually wake up early, go have my breakfast, then its play play play! If my Mom has to work, I go down to the shop with her. I get to meet and greet the customers, some of the other pups want to play too! They all comment on such a cutie I am. I love my yard. So much to explore and play with Jeanluc. Who tends to protect me! Its fun to mess up mom's mulch! She doesn't think its that funny though.... oh well~ I am loved and have a great life here forever. We hike when its not too bad outside. I wear my sweater or coat...its does help! Matt (my Dad) loves to hold and cuddle me even though I really want to play rough~ but we do have fun too. Lots of bisquits and chewies. oh, and I am a toy wrecker I am told. But there are sooooooo many! Mom patches em up good. I recently spent time at my vet. I got neutered and microchipped. All the vet techs thought I was just tooooooooo cute, but said I was the loudest of all, even of the big dogs ....hmmm.
I am all healed up and ready for the next adventure. SNOW! oh boy.......Lance
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Dear Friends at Ohio Puppy Rescue,
I Just wanted to let you know that I'm all settled in here with Mommy and new brother, as a matter of fact I RULE the house. I love to romp around with
my brother Riley, though he is still getting used to my high level of activity. I'm still growing- up to 8 pounds already! although I seem to think I'm the biggest dog on the block! I give kisses on command! I've made lots of new friends, the whole family just adores me & mommy has lots of friends with dogs so I get to play with other pups all the time. I also love to snuggle under the covers when i sleep- which i think helps keep my mom extra warm :)
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Hi! I'm Riley Rees. I am six months old now. I'm feeling good now. Healthy and happy. I have a new cousin,a Yorkie to play with. He is three months old,so we just run around like crazy and chase the cat. The cat likes to play too! We all three love to run under the couch and circles around the furniture in the family room. I just had my surgery,but that didn't slow me down much. The plastic cone I had around my neck made it hard to run under the couch though. But, I had to wear one because I removed one of my stitches a few days early. I am a busy boy! My favorite thing is to cuddle with my family in a baby blanket. I have several blankets and sometimes I even share them with my cousin, but I don't like to share the person I'm cuddling with. And sometimes I don't want to share my food either. Plus I love to steal toys and chewies from my cousin, even if I have a whole pile in the floor to choose from.(I always want the one HE has). Oh well, I gotta run now,time to play again! Thank you for my new home!
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WOW! What can we say about the new addition to our family. Kammie has changed our lives and stolen Our hearts. We adopted Kammie when she was about 4 months old. She is now 8 and is just a joy. She is smart as a whip. She can sit, lie down and come when she is called. We have even taught her this trick to twirl on demand like a ballerina for her favorite treat filet mignon dog treats. She's even warmed the heart of DAD who didn't want a dog and for two months referred to her as a he. WOW! SHE'S NOW DADDY'S LITTLE GIRL! He will say kammie come to DADDY! She's house broken except when she get's to excited meeting new people. You think she's going to just tinkle a little no she starts wagging that little tail of hers and starts peeing like a faucets. Everybody get's such a laugh and kick out of her puppy love to see ya!!!!!! Kammie never misses a chance to let us know she's happy to be in our lives through the many licks on our faces, the jumping up to greet us and the many joyous moments she gives us with just her presence in our lives. Thank you PUPPY RESCUE for RESCUING KAMMIE FOR THE STOKES FAMILY. How did we manage without her!
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To My Friends at Ohio Puppy Rescue,
Hi everyone and Happy Holidays from New York! What a wonderful 8 months I've had at my forever home. I'll soon be a year old and thought I'd show everyone what a handsome little Pap I've turned out to be. I couldn't imagine a better life than the one that I'm living after Bonnie and Ohio Puppy Rescue found my new Mom and Dad. I have lots of room to run and play, and a little four legged friend living right next door. In September I went to school and had my basic obedience training. My favorite things are running like the wind and riding in my Dad's truck. But I've also learned that snow great fun! I love to race through the snow and track the deer that visit our house. Sled riding is also a blast because my ears blow in the breeze when we go down the hill. My foster mom Bonnie will be happy to know that I'm now almost 7 lbs., healthy, very happy and I still talk!
Thank you for rescuing me!
Taylor
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Dear Ohio Puppy Rescue-
My adopted name was Butch, but my new name is Gunner Magoo. Although I was a little scared to leave my two brothers(Cassidy and Sundance (now Dexter), but I am very settled with my new parents in upstate New York. I love to play with my toys, lay in my bed in front of the fireplace and I love to do tricks for treats. I learned them when I was just a baby. I can sit, give you my Paw (I am a right hander) give high five, lay down and roll over! I love to sleep in bed with my parents and have to have my head on a pillow, tucked in warm. I am little in stature, but I have a big personality. Thank you Ohio Puppy Rescue for helping my family find me!
Gunner Magoo (Butch)
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My name is Scuppers and I am one of the lucky puppies who was adopted from OPR. I came to OPR with my two brothers, Rudy and Rufus. While I love and miss them very much, I am very happy because I was adopted by a wonderful family in the suburbs. I have a mom and a dad, two people sisters, a people brother, and a dog sister named Barkley. My family decided to name me Scuppers after a family favorite children's movie "Scuppers the Sailing Dog."
I love chasing my sister Barkley all day and hiding her toys. Even though she likes to tell me all the time that she is the boss, at the end of the day we always wind up snuggling on the couch together. Some of my favorite activities include barking at geese, eating snow, jumping up on the bathroom counter, sleeping in warm laundry baskets, and dancing in circles for treats.
I just want to let my brothers Rudy and Rufus to know that I love them very much, and am very grateful for the Ohio Puppy Rescue for saving our lives and finding us good homes. I want to thank you for reading my story and to wish you all a happy new year.
Love, Scuppers/Pipsie |
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We thank you for taking such good care of us and helping our adoptive parents to find us!! We've grown so much since we were with you. We've tripled our size. We have lots of fun playing together. We take turns chasing and growling at each other. Plus, we have a great big sister. And we mean BIG! She's a Chocolate Lab named Aphrodite. We take turns chasing her, biting her cheeks and ears and she just growls and plays along. Aphrodite rose to the occassion, and is patient and protective of us.
We have a great big yard to play in. We like to romp in the snow, but it took us a little while to get used to it. Dad walks all three of us together in the morning and after work. Mom brushes us every day and we don't like it but we sure do look pretty! We are popular in the nieghborhood, and several neighbors and friends come over to take care of us when Mom and Dad are out or away. We have friends who compete to be our sitters!
May all the pups to come get as much love as we do! We admire your mission and your committment! Love, The Blues Brothers |
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My Adoption Experience, according to Stewie
I was timid for a minute when I met my adopted family. But it was easy to warm up to
their outpouring love of hugs and kisses. My family brought me home to a house full of yummy food,
lots of water and wonderful smells. I have an endless amount of toys that I love to squeak,
rip the stuffing out of, and run through the house with. I am so loved by my new family and I love them so much.
I am extremely thankful and lucky we found each other. I wouldn't change this experience for the world.
Thank you for my new family!
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My husband and I arrived at the home of Anne on a day this past November to see the basset pups that she was
fostering. At that time, we already had an eight month old female basset pup that we were absolutely delighted
with. We had never had more than one dog at a time, and so were a little nervous as to how adopting another
puppy would work out. What if they didn’t get along, etc.. One look at Gabe (formerly Sleepy) and I was hooked.
There was no way I was leaving without him. Gabe is a wonderful addition to our family and I can’t imagine not
having him. He loves EVERYONE and is so much fun to have around. Gabe is not satisfied to merely wag his tail –
he has to wag his entire body, and he can sneak in wet puppy kisses from a foot away! As the pictures indicate,
he and his big sister basset Flo get along just fine. I cringe to think of what his life would have been had he
not been rescued from a puppy mill. Maybe I’m imagining it, but it seems like when he looks at me, he is
grateful.
Thanks OPR!
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It has been three months since I was adopted into my forever home. While I haven’t seen my sister Roz or my brother Frasier since then, I have
a whole new family who loves me like crazy! First, my name was changed from Niles to Bear because my mom says I have the biggest Shih Tzu
paws she ever saw. I am now 5 ½ months old, a graduate of puppy training class, completely housebroken and crate-trained, received my first
grooming, and am an expert charmer of any human. I have a canine sibling named BonZai. He is a one year old Japanese Chin who was also
a rescue. We both hit the jackpot and are so happy we are together. We LOVE to wrestle, play chase and hide & seek, talk to the neighbor
dogs, play in the snow and chase squirrels along the fence. What a life!
My brown nose and amber eyes attract a lot of attention. The groomer says I have “Angelina lips.” I am not sure what that means, but it sure
does get me a lot of hugs and kisses! I am currently tipping the scales at 10 ½ pounds. You can probably guess my favorite times of the day
are breakfast and dinner.
Thanks OPR for rescuing me and for adopting me into a loving family.
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From Roscoe:
I wanted to tell everyone about my recent adoption. First of all my foster family was great, I had
it made the short time I was there. But I got to tell you, when
I first met my new human I knew I was heading for a good home. My new step sister Zoe (black lab)
sure didn't like me much at first. Guess she was just use to getting all
of the attention. It sure didn't take us long to become friends. We play together all day now and
take long walks. We have 5 acres in the country to explore. I get plenty of treats and I have my
very own toy box. I love laying in my bed next to our warm wood stove. I also love sitting up on the
couch in front of the bay window and watching the birds, I think that might be my favorite spot.
I sure am thankful that I have such a wonderful home and loving family, most of all I am glad for
Ohio Puppy Rescue, without it my new family never would have found me! |
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Hi…I just wanted everyone at OPR to know that I am wonderful! Most people are sick of the snow,
but not me! I absolutely love romping and playing in all this white stuff. I am only 7 months old
and I weigh 110 pounds. Beside the snow, the other thing I love to do is carry mom and dad’s
shoes around the house. I don’t chew them, just like to walk around the house with shoes in my
mouth. I spend each day playing with my older sister Tia, a 7 year-old Great Dane. I am healthy
and happy, and just wanted to say “THANK YOU” to Amy and all the great volunteers at Ohio
Puppy Rescue!
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Hi: I'm Bonnie. I was born in August 2009, and adopted by Jack and Dee from OPR in October 2009.
I was about six pounds then. Now more than 10 pounds.
I went to a puppie socialization class, where I met lots of other puppies, had lots of fun, and got lots of cheese.
I taught my family lots of tricks, and they learn pretty fast.
I taught them to take me out and feed me in the morning, and night,
and to give me yummies for all kinds of things--if I sit, lie down, roll over,
heel (I'd rather tug them around some times), shake either paw, give them five, come when called, go to my place, stay,
ring a bell, score a goal, wait when a door is open, jump over something, jump onto something, find my toy,
find a person, play tug, drop it, and pick a card. I let them give me yummies for tricks three times a day.
If I want to go out, I ring a bell, and they take me out. I sometimes do this when I want to eat some sticks or snow.
I've also trained them to let me sit in their laps and sleep
I'm very happy here and my family is making great progress in getting doggie trained.
Bonnie Nasar
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It's me....Rowdy!! (Fenwick) I just had a birthday...I am 1 year old!! That's me..the little one up front...snuggling in bed with my brothers Gunner (next to me) and Bear. I have a sister Birdie too..but she doesn't like to snuggle. She looks mostly like Gunner but she is a brat...my Mama says girls can be like that....I'm soooo glad I am a boy! :) Guess what.....I have a brother that is a CAT and he is HUGE!! His name is Simon and he loves us dogs...I play with him.....he never hurts me.....I just like to tease him....we have fun chasing each other. You know what I like best about my new family? I have a home with lots of love and a BIG yard to play in and lots & lots of TOYS and TREATS! Guess what.....I can RUN & PLAY!! I run so fast no one can catch me...well except Bear....he chases me outside and we roll around in the snow...we have lots of snow....it is cold but I love to play in it. Gunner is my favorite but he is a lot bigger than me...he is mostly gentle but my Mama watches us and says...be careful Gunner...Rowdy is just a baby. I love my Mama and Papa...my Mama is home with me all the time. Mama takes good care of me. She watches over me when I play outside. She thinks I am part beaver...I try to eat everything! :) Papa has to work. I love when he comes home...he picks me up and loves and kisses me and plays tug of war with me. My Papa thinks that I am spoiled already but he spoils me most of all. I love my Papa. He takes me for walks to my Aunt Mickeys....she is very old...I snuggle on her lap and give her puppy kisses. She bought me a coat for Christmas. When we go see her I wear my coat. My mama says I am Aunt Mickeys therapy puppy. Aunt Mickey fell and broke her hip...she was sooo sad. My Mama & Papa took me to meet her and she fell in love with me. She says she never loved a dog as much as me...that makes me soooo happy. My Aunt Mickey says that I am her little angel sent from heaven...but I know that is not true. All the angels are at OPR....if it wasn't for you I would not be here with my wonderful family. My first 6 months are all forgotten. My days are filled with lots and lots of love. You will always have a special place in our hearts. Thank you so much.
God Bless You!
Rowdy
Dennis & Denise
Birdie, Bear, Gunner & Simon too!
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Hello, this is Little Blue (formerly David). I’ve been here over a month now – how time flies! I pretty much run things around here. At first I was afraid of everything, but I buckled down and started sorting things out. I found a bunch of things I like – my three blankies, my squeaky lamb, belly rubs, and most of all treats, more treats, and even more treats. I like my crate, too; it’s my special place where I chill out. I’ve learned a lot of things since I came here. I know how to sit, walk with a harness & leash, ride in a car, and go up and down the stairs. I’m going to school where I like play-time most of all. Sometimes I’m shy with people but when it comes to other puppies, I show them who’s top dog! I miss my puppy pals from foster care and hope they’re all doing great like me. |
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I came to my new home in November, just in time for a special birthday for one of my owners. She was five and just loves me to pieces. We love baths and haircuts, taking long walks, and playing with my toys. Car rides are just okay, but it was a long ride home to Michigan from the care of Bonnie's house. She told me I was going to be a Velcro dog, and she was right. I follow mama everywhere...even into the shower. Thanks for sending me home OPR, you are the best.
-Cookie (formerly Donna)
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It has been quite some time since we've communicated, I thought I'd give you and update on how he is doing.
Bruce graduated from beginning obedience in February, he is now in advanced beginner obedience.
Elissa our trainer has asked me to compete with him to get his obedience certificate.
Bruce has been a wonderful addition, Huckleberry the whippet/akita mix is his role model whatever Huck does Bruce does.
Lola the bulldog/lab mix and he are best buddies and make great playmates.
I think you'd be very happy to know what a wonderful well adjusted little dog he is, and we attribute alot of that to the great foster care he received.
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Hi, I’m Gracie (formerly Chelsea) and I got my forever home on Halloween 2009. My Mom says I may be the cutest puppy ever. Every time she takes me somewhere somebody stops her to ask about me. I am just a petite little girl at nine pounds. I get to go to the dog park all the time and yesterday I got to go swimming. It was scary at first but I am a good little swimmer. I have lots of friends, most of them are a lot bigger than me, but I don’t really notice that. I stand on my hind legs and give them kisses.
I go to Daycare where they call me Princess Grace. I have a lot of fun but I am very tired when my Mom comes to pick me up. I am supposed to take a nap at daycare, but I am too busy. My boyfriend, Teddy, lives next door to me and we get to play outside in the back yard all the time. I like it when he chases me.
Thank you Ohio Puppy Rescue for finding me the best home ever. I am very attached to my Mom. They don’t call me the Velcro dog for nothin. |
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I am Bentley, formerly William. I am the all white one here along side Austin, Taz and Nicky. I am 11 months old now. I am so grateful to Ohio Puppy Rescue for helping to rescue me and all of the other puppies from our puppy mill experience. A special thank you goes out to Bonnie for making sure I went to a wonderful home with lots of companions and people who love me so very much. I am happy, outgoing, very very smart, and I am at the top of my class in obedience training. I am friendly to everyone I meet, and I am gentle with babies and young children. I like cats and horses too. I am so happy to be a success story along with the many others before and after me.
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Hi! My name is Brady and my mom and dad adopted me in February 2010. It was a cold, and snowy week when they came to pick me up but they provided lots of love to warm me up! I am a recent graduate from puppy school. Mom is attaching a picture (she has a tendency to show me off). I am so glad that OPR connected me with my mom, dad, brother and sister
(all the human kind). I love that I have a loving family and I hope that other puppies get connected to families through OPR so they too can have a great life!
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Hi There.....My name is Marley (formerly Marlon). My mom and grammy saw my picture on OPR's website, and fell in love with me (of course...who couldn't love my adoring little face) I am such a sweet little boy and so loving. I have fit in nicely in my new home, and am now "King of My Castle". My yard is now fenced in and I can run and chase the birds, and play with my frisbee and my little soccer ball. I still don't like those dumb kitties that live with me, but I'm slowly learning to behave around them. My trainer says that they are a big toy, but I'm not suppose to play with them....I guess eventually I will learn to ignore them! I am getting to be such a big boy and I finally got over my tonsillitis which I had from cutting my big boy teeth. I will soon be a year old (Sept. 30th), and I am doing great!! Thank you so much Bonnie, for rescuing me from that terrible place I was in. I love my new home and never, ever want to go back there! I get lots of hugs and kisses from my mommy, my grammy, and gramps, and I just eat that up! I couldn't be happier!!
Thanks, Bonnie from our family to yours....we couldn't ask for a better puppy!
The Williams Family
Mason, Ohio
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