Miss Isabel

My son and I have wanted to adopt a dog for years but because of living situations we were not able to do it. We recently had to move because of a divorce, my son has been devastated by the breakup and depressed to come home to an empty house every day. I knew it was the right time to finally adopt a dog. I looked and looked on Petfinder and Craigslist and when I saw the picture of Isabel I knew she was the one and then to see that she was at my favorite shelter it seemed so meant to be!. We raced to Homeward Pet the following day when I got off of work and the second we met Isabel my son and I looked at each other and said "yes, she is the one". Within one day my sons depression lifted. They are inseparable! She is the cutest, most mellow, lovable dog ever! We love her so much....

Rasta!

Greetings,

From my understanding, around Nov~Dec 2007 you recused a group of animals from Eastern Washington.

One of those dogs was Rasta, a spaniel mix. She was adopted from your facility Dec 7, 2007.  I want to give you an update on her. The person who adopted her in Dec couldn't handle Rasta, as she felt Rasta was too "busy". Rasta went to that owners daughter, then to my son. My son couldn't keep 2 dogs at his residence at that time and so we adopted Rasta about 2 years ago.

My husband & I hadn't had a dog in 15 years & we were leary to take her into our home. Let me tell you, she has been a joy for us, she is the sweetest, smartest dog I have been around in a very long time. Many of our friends (and even my son's friends) want to "steal" her and take her home with them. She is loved by so many!!! She is great with people and children, she learns quickly and she wants to please people. I took her through an obedience class and she is also a certified therapy dog through TDI (Therapy Dogs International) She loves to go "read" with the school kids and also go visit at the Retirement Centers.

We have always been curious about her breed and had her DNA done by Wisdom Panel. She is 1/4 spaniel (like we all thought!!!) but to our surprise she is 1/4 Chinese Shar~Pei & 1/2 Bolognese. We think that must be where the soft, fluffy hair comes from.

Thank you to your group for saving Rasta & other animals from being put down and finding homes for them.

 

Brenda

 

Dora and Dex

Attached are pictures of Dora and Dex, classic American short hair tabbies, we adopted February 5 of this year.

 

They are doing well.

 

Dora is a true explorer, finding a route into the rafters of the garage. She has also learned to play fetch with her special white mouse.

 

Dex is a strong and gentle gentleman.  He just loves to be held in the morning while we are getting ready for the day.

 

They are both a joy to have as part of our family.

 

Sincerely,

 

Marsha and David

Lucy and Ethel

 

Hello,

 

I've been meaning to write you guys and send along some pictures, but I've been too busy enjoying our new cats! Jane and Elizabeth came to us back in March with the names Lucy and Ethel; I'm a big Pride & Prejudice fan, and my husband just smiled and nodded when I suggested we rename the girls after my favorite literary heroine and her sister. ;) Our original plan was to get a buddy for our older cat Monroe, and we're really glad that we got a pair. Monroe isn't always interested in giving the girls any attention at all, much less play with them, so it's nice that the girls have each other to frolic and romp with. Just having Jane and Elizabeth in the house has done wonders for Monroe, even though he pretends to ignore them most of the time, so we're really happy we adopted the girls. He barely cries and yowls at night anymore, and his eating and playing habits have also changed, just from his observations of the girls eating and playing.

 

It's been so much fun to see Jane and Elizabeth's personalities come out as they have become more and more comfortable around us and in their new home. There are many windows to sit in and watch the bluebirds who are nesting in our backyard. Both are super playful and love a good cuddle, in their own unique ways. Elizabeth is a little standoff-ish and usually wants us to come to her for love, while Jane will come running when she hears her name. Elizabeth is pretty quiet and has the sweetest little meows, while Jane will talk your ear off! Jane was an excellent sick nurse while I was stuck home sick with a cold, never leaving my side on the couch. Elizabeth always hops on the bed in the middle of the night and will snuggle herself up under our chins.

 

My husband wasn't completely sold on having two more cats in our house when I originally showed him Jane and Elizabeth's profiles on Petfinder, but now he's absolutely in love. They've brought so much joy into our lives! You all made the whole process so smooth and easy.

 

Carol & Josh

 

 

 

Adoption updates from a former foster

 

 

Hey Laurel,

I was looking through the HPAC Blog yesterday and I found a post from the folks who adopted Cordelia.  I thought they might be interested in seeing one of her kittens all grown up.  Pocket is doing really well, he's a big lug and a complete love.  The person holding him in one of the photos is my fiance Jason, whom Pocket adores.  I suspect if he were ever confronted with a Sophie's choice scenario, Pocket would hands down pick Jason.  :)  I also attached a few picture of Evie (she was Brianna when we adopted her) and my mom's dog Pandora, a Homeward puppy dog that she adopted about a year ago.  We're a Homeward family to say the least!

Hope you are well!

-Sarah F

Isis - Goddess of her own domain

We adopted Isis from Homeward Pet in February 2011. We had lost our senior cat not too long beforehand and Isis helped us through the adjustment to life without him. Isis has her own distinct personality and is such a character. Being a senior cat herself she is set in her ways, but she forgives us for interrupting her sleepytime with pets and kisses. Not too many though Thank you very much. The first night we brought her home she broke out of the bathroom and took over our household. Our other cats were quick to adjust to having her around although they say being whacked on the head by the new crazy kitty certainly helped with the adjustment...

She's very demanding with her food and water and will keep us on our toes to make sure she is happily fed and watered. She's also kindly decided to let us sleep on Her bed at night - usually making us sleep in odd positions as to not disturb the sprawled out princess from her nap. We've only had Isis for less than 3 months but it already seems like she's been part of the family for years now...and lives up to her goddess status nicely.

Ollie

We adopted Ollie (then Checkers) from Homeward almost four months ago & couldn't be happier all the way around! When we first walked by him at the shelter, he growled & barked at us. If it wasn't for Katie, who said he wasn't like that out of his cage, we might have shied away. She was right, he is the sweetest, most loving boy! We get stopped on the street all the time -- everyone loves Ollie!

It took us three years after our beloved dog passed away to find the right dog and Ollie sure fits the bill! We absolutely adore him and we're happy to say he feels the same way too.

Thanks Homeward!
Jon & Lara Arguelles