Indiana-PAW Pets Of The Week
February 20-March 7 (Bridget [ADOPTED!], Brownie, Barney [ADOPTED!], Choo Choo [ADOPTED!], Raghe & Sadie)
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Bridget - ADOPTED!
Background: Bridget is running out of time at the Putnam County Humane Society, and needs immediate help. Shelter volunteer LeChele tells Indiana-PAW that Bridget is a terrific dog with whom LaChele has been working closely since December. LaChele tells us Bridge has been wonderful with shelter staff at the Putnam County Humane Society, is very loving, respects an alpha handler quite well, walks well on the leash, sits on command, heels, and will even lie down. LaChele believes Bridget could benefit from Rimadyl for her hips. LaChele says Bridget could probably do well in a home with other animals, but could benefit from an owner who will work with her on some territorial issues that developed as a result of poor Bridget being chained to a tree for the majority of her life. LaChele believes a good handler will be able, as she is doing with Bridget, to set the tone, and let Bridget know that territorial behavior is inappropriate. LaChele is willing to work with Bridget's adoptive family, assuming one is found in time. LaChele says Bridget is a wonderful, loving, smart dog.
Gender: Female
Breed: Rottweiler-Shepard Mix
Approximate Age: 6 years old
Spay/Neuter Status: Yes, Bridget is spayed!
Vaccinations: Yes, Bridget is up-to-date on all her vaccinations!
Housetrained: Bridget never has accidents in her cage at the kennel, which seems to suggest she is housetrained!
Compatibility With Children: Bridget has done well with children who have interacted with her at the Putnam County Humane Society.
Compatibility With Other Pets: Bridget has done well with the shelter cat at the Putnam County Humane ociety.
Personality: Bridget is a very warm, loving, smart dog.
Ideal Home: Bridget is a terrific dog who would do well in nearly any home. She loves to take walks, and loves people.
To Adopt: If interested in adopting Bridget, or just learning more about her, contact Putnam County Humane Society volunteer LaChele at lhenkle@aol.com or at 317 258-7031.
Brownie
Background: This handsome fellow is Brownie, and he needs a home soon. Brownie was rescued from a neglect situation, and unfortunately he is in a boarding kennel since the rescue helping him has no space and could find no one who could help with him. Maybe Brownie is the dog you've been looking for. Give this big guy a chance. You won't regret it.Gender: Male
Breed: Mastiff Mix - 85 lbs.!
Approximate Age: 4 years old
Spay/Neuter Status: Yes, Brownie is neutered. He was heartworm positive, but he was successfully treated and is ready to go home.
Vaccinations: Yes, Brownie is up-to-date on all his vaccinations.
Housetrained: Yes, Brownie is housetrained.
Compatibility With Children: Brownie would do better with older childrendue to his size.
Compatibility With Other Pets: Brownie is not good with small animals, and would do best as an only pet.
Personality: Brownie Is initially a bit fearful of strangers, but once his trust is gained, he's fine.
Ideal Home: Brownie's ideal home would have no young children and no other pets. He definitely needs a nice fenced yard so he can run and play.
To Adopt: If interested in adopting Brownie, please contact Cherie Bishop at Last Chance Rescue, Inc. (located Schererville, IN) at 219-677-2961 or e-mail pengels12@comcast.net. You can visit them online at: www.petfinder.com/shelters/IN325.html
Barney - ADOPTED!
Background: Barney is a very sweet, energetic puppy who was let loose on a country road. He's about one year old and 65 pounds, but looks like he still has a little growing to do! Is Barney the guy for you? Come for a visit and find out!Gender: Male
Breed: Boxer/Great Dane/??? Mix
Approximate Age: 1 year old
Spay/Neuter Status: Yes, Barney is neutered.
Vaccinations: Yes, Barney is up-to-date on all his vaccinations.
Housetrained: Yes, Barney is both crate-trained and housetrained!
Compatibility With Children: Barney would do great with older children. He is very friendly around all people, but because of his size and energy, he can overwhelm younger children with his kisses.
Compatibility With Other Pets: Barney seems to be okay with most dogs, but careful introductions should be made. He does tend to be dominate. However, we don't know how he is with cats.
Personality: Barney is an energetic, silly, goofy, loving puppy. He loves to run at full speed in the back yard and play with sticks. He definitely shows his "puppy-ness" through his chewing tendencies, but won't destroy your stuff as long as you always have plenty of chew toys available. He loves all people, and will get attached to his owner quickly. He likes to be by your side. Sometimes he is busy trying to get you to play, but he will also calm down and curl up next to you. He loves to go for walks, and is getting better at walking on a leash using a gentle leader. Barney is very calm and well-behaved in the car.
Ideal Home: Barney's ideal home would have no children, or older children. He needs lots of exercise, so a fenced in backyard would be ideal, and an owner who will take him on plenty of walks is essential. Barney can climb 6 ft. tall chain link fences, so a wood fence would be best. He might benefit from having another young dog with lots of energy to play with.
To Adopt: If interested in adopting Barney, please contact Volunteers For Animal Welfare at www.vfaw.petfinder.com. You can also e-mail them at animalrescue911@hotmail.com or call (765)647-3248 to inquire about this cutie (Barney is being fostered in the Indianapolis area, although the contact lives outside of 317).
Choo Choo - ADOPTED!
Background: Choo Choo is a quiet, adorable Yorkie looking for a second chance. Her human mommy died and she ended up in foster care, and it now looking for another home. Choo Choo is a tiny girl weighing about 8lbs. Although she's 9 years old, she is in WONDERFUL health and Yorkies can live to be 16 yrs or
more! She is very sweet and is just the right mix of loving people but also being independent. Gender: Female
Breed: Yorkshire Terrier
Approximate Age: 9 years old
Spay/Neuter Status: Yes, Choo Choo is spayed.
Vaccinations: Yes, Choo Choo is up-to-date on all her vaccinations.
Housetrained: Yes, Choo Choo is housetrained! She knows how to use a doggy door to go potty outdoors, and is also potty pad trained.
Compatibility With Children: Yes, Choo Choo does well with older children.
Compatibility With Other Pets: Yes, Choo Choo does well with other pets.
Personality: Choo Choo is a quiet, adorable, loving little girl. She loves to give kisses.
Ideal Home: Choo Choo will make a wonderful addition to her new home! Fenced yard is preferred but NOT required to an approved home! So apply today, she would love to have a home to call her own!
To Adopt: If you'd like to adopt Choo Choo, please contact Dirty Paws. You can visit them on the web at www.dirtypaws.petfinder.com or e-mail Choo Choo's foster mom at taborn@insightbb.com to request an application. DISCOUNTED ADOPTION FEE AVAILABLE FOR SENIOR CITIZEN ADOPTION OF CHOO CHOO!!
Raghe
Background: Meet Raghe! Raghe is an adorable, happy, mini Poodle looking for a new home. Raghe's owner had to go into a nursing home and Raghe couldn't go with him so he now in foster care until we can find him a new home. Raghe is only about 12 lbs. and quiet as a church mouse. He is an all around great boy and would love to have a new home to call his own. Gender: Male
Breed: Mini Poodle
Approximate Age: 8 years old but with a lot of life still!
Spay/Neuter Status: Yes, Raghe is neutered.
Vaccinations: Yes, Raghe is up-to-date on all his vaccinations.
Housetrained: Raghe is housetrained and leash trained.
Compatibility With Children: Raghe should not go home to a family with children under 8 years old, unless they have experience with small breeds.
Compatibility With Other Pets: Yes, Raghe does well with other dogs and cats.
Personality: Raghe likes to play and run around, but overall he is a quiet boy. In fact, his foster mom has yet to hear him bark. He loves to lay on the couch and watch TV at night with you, then cuddle in bed when it is time to sleep.
Ideal Home: Raghe would make an older person a great companion or be a great apartment dog. He's quiet and loving.
To Adopt: If you'd like to adopt Raghe, please contact Dirty Paws. You can visit them on the web at www.dirtypaws.petfinder.com or e-mail his foster mom at taborn@insightbb.com for more info.
Sadie
Background: Sadie is an older female Great Pyrenees. She is small for the breed, but mighty in personality She was found as a stray, and is quite the resilient sweetie. Sadie is a dominant female, and would do best in a home where she is the only dog, but she does fine with cats. If you love larger breeds, but don't want to work through the puppy stages, Sadie is ready to meet you!Gender: Female
Breed: Great Pyrenees
Approximate Age: 8-10 years old but with a lot of life still!
Spay/Neuter Status: Yes, Sadie is spayed.
Vaccinations: Yes, Sadie is up-to-date on all her vaccinations.
Housetrained: Sadie is housetrained and does fine with crating.
Compatibility With Children: Sadie is a little leary of children at first, but great with older children. She should not go home to a family with young children due to her size.
Compatibility With Other Pets: Sadie is dominant with other dogs, but does well with cats.
Ideal Home: Sadie would do best as the only dog in the home with time for some human love and attention. Loves the snow!
To Adopt: If you'd like to adopt Sadie, please contact Indy Great Pyrenees Rescue at jane@igpr.org or indygprescue@sbcglobal.net.