Thursday, December 22, 2011

Little Girl

We wanted to adopt a family dog so we visited AAR in November. We saw quite a few dogs and even fell in love with a few, but Little Girl was not on our list that day. I was worried that a young lab/grayhound mix would be too energetic around my small boys.

We came back the next day and many of the dogs were going to PetSmart for adoption day. We decided to check out the dogs that were staying and one of the wonderful volunteers at AAR suggested we give Little Girl a second chance. He warned us that she suffered from a nervous stomach that could be due to the stress of living in a shelter, but might be a permanent issue that had to be maintained with special food. However, we decided to give her a second chance since she had basically grown up at the shelter and needed a home.

I felt sorry for the volunteer because I think we spent an hour playing with Little Girl, getting to know her. And what was not love at first sight became love that afternoon.

We brought her home and she immediately became a loving part of our family. Her stomach issues are completely resolved now that she has a forever home and she has learned sit, stay, fetch, down, and even shake. She absolutely loves the boys and my husband, but she knows she is special to me because she is my little girl. :-)

We live on some acreage so Little Girl gets to run to her heart's content, and we bring her out to the local parks to go hiking in the woods. She is a sweetheart and brings so much joy to our family.

Thank you AAR, for letting us adopt Little Girl! We had a great experience throughout the entire adoption process and the volunteers were all wonderful. And Little Girl thanks you for picking us to give her a forever home.

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Kipper

We saw Kipper a few weekends ago at the German Festival. They let her out to visit with us, and it was love at first lick! Her and Johnny have become best friends!

She is the sweetest dog, and a wonderful Christmas gift for all of us!

She is right next to us at all times, whether its on the couch, in the bed, in the car,or on a walk; she is a perfect companion!

She and our cat Bolt, are "tolerating" each other nicely, but I would'nt say they're best of friends:)

She has taught us that her most favorite thing in the world are belly rubs!

Sunday, December 18, 2011

Skipper is home for the holidays


Thank you for helping take care of our new friend while Santa found him a home!!! we love him!!!

Saturday, December 10, 2011

Nels

On September 29th (not long after Nels was born), my parents' house in Richmond was struck by lightning and exploded on the spot. No humans were hurt, and the cats made it out with burns on their paws, (and have since recovered fully) but unfortunately our loving dog died immediately. My parents (recent empty-nesters), especially my dad, were completely heartbroken and distraught after this accident. On December 3rd I went to Tomball AAR to find a puppy as a Christmas present for my dad, and I know I couldn't have chosen a better place. I could feel the love in the room as so many people were making additions to their families that day. As soon as I held Nels (a lab-heeler mix), I couldn't put him down. He was about 10 weeks old, and as sweet as can be. I had to do a lot of driving that day, and he slept in my lap the entire way.

I hid Nels in a room at my parents' new house when I gave my dad a card that said "Congratulations on your new baby boy!" And after some confusion on his part, I ran to get the puppy. When I called his name, my dad's jaw dropped, and all he could say was "No, you didn't! You didn't!" When he held Nels in his arms for the first time, tears came to his eyes. I knew I did good picking Nels. I went back to school, and after a week of Nels living with my parents, they couldn't be happier. He has already put on some weight, and is incredibly smart!! He gets along great with our two female cats (we renamed him Jack--like from Three's Company!). My dad gushed about our new puppy all weekend. How smart he is, how sweet he is, how he's learning house rules so well, and mostly how much he's livened up the house. Jack couldn't have found a better home. Surrounded by toys, well-fed, and smothered with love, he is definitely a spoiled little boy! We can't wait to see what kind of dog he grows to be. I am so thankful that I went to AAR as early as I did because now I can't imagine our family without him. He was such a perfect addition!

Friday, December 9, 2011

Grace formerly Sasha


GRACE IS NOW 14 MONTHS OLD, She has recently been to the vet for allergies and a check up. She is 50 lbs, clean bill of health, but has allergies that has been described as common for the Collie breed. She has made new friends with family in FW, still loves playing fetch, and tug-o-war. She has come a long way in the 7 months that we have had her and is a great protector. She loves “her daddy” and has openly demonstrated him as her human. She loves us all, but hates T-Storms. She is primarily a house dog and is a charm to be around once she has accepted you. She has been on many road trips with us thus far and aside from the blaring 18 wheeler going by, has done very well and has yet to be car sick. She is on a steady diet of Purina One, Benedryl (vet approved) Omega fish oil, and the wife describes her as having “baby ducks disease” In other words, she has to be right on top of your heels or “inside your skin” at all times. She has been a blessing, a delight, and a wonderful addition to our family. She will be making a permanent transfer to DFW sometime in the next 3 months due to a decision to move back up north. When she is there, her allergy issues all but disappear. Thank you for putting her in the Tomball paper when you did. We are blessed and thankful we could rescue her before that unfortunate bell tolled for her. Grace as we have been calling her for the last 7 months is anything but graceful but she is the comic relief that breaks the tension and monotony that comes with life. These pictures are recent. We have also found out (and many have been taken) that she is camera shy so we have to be quick with the button. God bless you and the work all of you do. We have an idea of how she spent her last Christmas, but we are also determined that will never happen again.

Ken

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Dulcie (now known as) Zoe!!

Almost 2 months ago my world changed drastically. I was suffering from a big heartache. After 3 surgeries trying to save my sweet Sadie girl, she passed away from complications. It broke my heart into so many pieces.
We have a Great Dane/Boxer mix who is a big 4 year old Puppy named Shadow (which is also My Little Brother's Seizure Rescue Service Dog). Shadow was suffering from heartache, moping around the house, not eating, and just being sad which increased my sadness even more!!
My Mother couldn't stand to watch the "Suffering" as she calls it. I honestly was feeling guilty for looking at other puppies as soon as we were.
Mom said "Look let's go into AAR and just look, If a puppy speaks to you than we will adopt a baby but if not there are other places." After talking to the ladies at the desk, they brought out Sweet Dulcie girl. She was the Sweetest most hyper lab mixed puppy. She was so sweet but I just wasn't feeling it. I asked to see some other puppies but they either had an adoption pending, was too small for my household. Other puppies just didn't line up. So I asked to see Dulcie again. She was super excited to see us again which honestly started to melt my heart and then the time came. I walked outside with Ms. Denise and Dulcie came over and just sat on my foot. Then the words came out of my mouth...OK Dulcie Girl, It's time to go Home!!!
Well She was set to be spayed on Monday and this was Saturday so she was going to stay until Tuesday and then I would pick her up.
I did, I got her that Tuesday and the ladies words were "just remember she needs to take it easy for the next week so she can heal up." They told me, No one let her in on the info, She's been a ball of fire since day one. She has added so much excitement to our lives. Her name was changed to Zoe and you hear it alot in this House!!
Zoe and Shadow hit it off from the beginning and they are the Best Friends ever now!!
She is the Sweetest Love Bug ever. She loves to Snuggle. Eat any plants she can get her teeth on(lol), Run and get Muddy in the Rain. She has picked up the commands, Sit, Down, Kennel, Off (Because she loves to jump up on you, the Furniture, and anything she can jump off of). We are now working on Stay and Car Rides ( She gets really nervous in a car) She is just a bright light in our home. It feels as if she has been there forever.
Zoe is My about * month old little Girl and I take many many pictures of her as often as I can. If I had to guess, she has grown 3 inches and added about 10lbs (if not more) from the day I brought her home.
I will post as many pictures as I can She is Very Photogenic!!!

Zoe is the Best Love Bug our Home Needed.
She is the Best I can't say that enough!!
I plan to bring her by AAR to show her off soon and so the ladies can see how great she is doing!!
AAR I will forever be one of your biggest fans. Thanks for Not Replacing Sadie's spot in my heart but for repairing the heart ache and putting a smile back on my face!!

Tons of Love
Laura Kercheval
Zoe's (Formerly Known as Dulcie) Super Proud Momma!!

Descriptions of the Pictures below!!!
First Picture She was Showing off her Sit Command, (as you can tell I had to interrupt Her while Playing!!) But Check out that Smile!!!
Second Picture was one I took when she was sleeping so Peaceful, She Melts My Heart!! She is My Sweet Love Bug
Third Picture and One of My Personal Favorites is Zoe and Shadow doing what They do Best, They run and play so much!!!
I call this Picture The Race is On!!

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Velvet and Valentino now Buster and Lily

I can't remember a time in my life when I didn't have a cat. In September, my husband and I became empty nesters and lost our adult cat -- so we thought about adopting a kitten. AAR had many kittens, but we chose two litter-mates who were 8 weeks old. They were orphan kittens who were rescued at 1 week old and bottle fed by a foster mom. We love our kitties who we have renamed Buster and Lily. They are very healthy, lively, and funny! We appreciate the foster mom and the shelter for caring for these little orphans until they could come to live with us!

Monday, October 31, 2011

Daisy

I decided I needed an older dog to avoid all the trials that go with a puppy. Daisy seemed to be exactly what I was looking for. I found out that this was not totally true. I quickly found out that she is a climber, a jumper and can run like the wind. The first night, she was great. The next day I saw her walk on my furniture.....oh not my sofa or chairs but on the tables and if something was in the way...too bad. I was plugging in a cord on my computer and heard Daisy when she jumped up on my computer chair. I looked up in time to see two brown eyes watching me as the chair rolled by at an alarming speed. As it turned out, neither she nor the chair nor anything else was hurt. When I left her the first time she climbed on the night stand and knocked off a lamp and broke it. So now when I leave, Daisy stays in the bathroom with water and a nice comfy rug and everything stays safe. Yesterday, she jumped on the bed and climbed on the pillows, hung herself over the wooden headboard,
parted the curtains and was looking out the window. Daisy loves to be outside but when not on a leash she runs constantly and covers 4 acres so fast that there's no way I could even thinking of catching her. If I wait long enough, somethiing will happen that will slow her down long enough to catch her. This has taken as long as an hour and 45 minutes and she's been running the whole time.
Keep her? You bet! I can hardly wait to see what she does next.

Monday, October 3, 2011

My AAR adoption

I had made a deal with my mother and father that if i got A's and B's then i could get a dog. Of course my being an all a and b student, it wasn't that hard. Then around New Years, we went to AAR Tomball. I searched all the puppies, and even held some. I had my eyes open for any type of puppy. I had my eyes set on a cute little female puppy, but then I saw two white male puppies just come in. I felt so bad for those dogs, I even considered getting one of the white ones, but my heart was set on the female. My puppy whose name is Iris was that little tiny female puppy. Now as she comes around to her 1st birthday, I still remember that she was the very first puppy I ever held that adoption day. Of course I held more, but she just stole my heart. I am wondering about her brother and where he went. So I promise I will add some pictures of her online, and if you think you have her brother, please post his story. I just know she misses him.

Thursday, September 29, 2011

ABBEY

Abbey was adopted during an adoption day at Petco. I had initially gone to Petco to pick up cat food as a favor for my parents, and came home with Abbey.

She has always been so loving, but she was a little skittish at first. I think she finally realized that she was home, and her personality came out. She love, love, loves to play with her sister/bff Trixie. They are also connected at the hip- if one wants to go out, they always get the other one to go out with them. Abbey also enjoys going to the dog park, and is extremely friendly with both dogs and humans.

Although I joke about going to the Petco for cat food and coming home with a dog, I am really grateful for those series of events. Abbey is truly an amazing addition to our family.
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Tuesday, September 27, 2011

"Lexi"

Hi AAR,

I adopted Lexi about 5or6 weeks ago and Tim and I are completely in love with Lexi Lynn Lavergne. We gave her a middle name and our last of course. OH Lexi also lives on Linda Lane here in Tomball Hills.

Lexi only has three legs and weighs 3.6 lbs but she is as fast as a girl can be. Lexi loves to play with us and would like our older dogs to play, but they are only interested in dinner and lite play with people.

Lexi has a wonderful personality and now a loving home. We are looking for a companion and playmate for Lexi that weighs no more than 6 lbs and is female.

We are very grateful to AAR for the work you do for all of the precious animals that are lucky enough to cross your path. God Bless everyone involved at all levels.

The one picture shows Lexi at my desk with my son helping me out.

The other just about the same.
Lexi like to go bye bye in the car in her carrier.
She also likes to walk to the mail box.
Lexi has a large crate that she stays in while I am at work at the High School here in Tomball, I put her crate up off of the ground so that she can look out of the window with her housemates.
I will send better pics when I learn to upload them.

Thanks For the Pure Joy,
Janice and Tim Lavergne
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Saturday, September 3, 2011

Wren

Wren, formerly Carly, was adopted on June 4. Her weight was 3 lbs. By August, Wren had gained 5 lbs and grown into a lively and bright little girl. She has learned many commands. In addition to the usual, sit and stay, Wren can "ring the bell" , "get the mail" and "catch the ball".

She is not often with strangers and is still cautious if she sees another person in the house or close to it.

Monday, August 22, 2011

Beau

We adopted Beau from AAR at Petco in Tomball August 13th. We saw him when we came in that afternoon, and I knew it was fate that we would keep him, but it took us a few hours to decide if we wanted to add another dog to our family.

Beaureguard is the name my dad made my mom give one of our kittens as kids in exchange for letting us keep him, and he still has the cat to this day, my sister adopted a cat name Beau a few years ago, and when I saw this dog's name I knew he was meant for me.

We have a 5 year old Corgi mix, and 2 kittens that are about 9 months old already. When Beau came home with us that day he fit in with our family perfectly. Mya our other dog just adored him from day one, and she has been acting like a young pup again now that she has another dog to run around the yard and play with.

Beaux loves rawhide bones and playing fetch with a tennis ball; he even taught our Mya how to chew on bones.

Sunday, August 21, 2011

Happy Tail

Julie was adopted August 20th at PetSmart, Tomball. She's a wonderful, sweet dog and all the AAR volunteers love her.

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Jack loves his new home!!!

I adopted Jack on July 1st and love him so much!! He is growing very fast; he is already 16 lbs at 3 months old :) He loves to play in the sprinkler whenever he gets the chance. He is a very happy puppy who loves to visit with people especially little kids. He is doing so well at home with his training! He is also a big talker! He loves to say hello when I first come home and makes sure that everybody knows when he wants to be the center of attention which is often :) He loves to play with his stuffed animal toys or enjoy any type of chewy treat! I am so happy that I found Jack and am so thankful for all the fosters who took such great care of him before he became my new love! Thanks AAR!!!!!

Monday, August 8, 2011

Dazey

I volunteered at the AAR with my best friends church. My grandma (BJ) had been volunteering already, so I asked her if I could start volunteering there with her. The next day, I was outside walking dogs on leads, when I saw one I had recognized (Dazey). I said to myself, "oh, that's Dazey." I went over to her as she was barking. When I took her out to play, I absolutely fell in love with her! I put her inside, and heard that she was heartworm positive. My heart was wripped into shreds. I loved her to death. I began coming to the AAR almost everyday (she was getting worse), because I was scared that I wouldn't get to say good - bye. I had to stay home after having surgery, and I was very sad, I didn't know what was going to happen with Dazey. That day, Dazey was very down, and depressed. Everyone thought that she was very sick. My grandma told them, "It's because Maddie's not here." The next when I came, she was fine and up and her normal crazy self! Months later (Dazey had recovered
from heartworm), I was inside doing homework. I couldn't find my mom, so I checked outside. There was a big white puff of bouncy curls. I stepped back for a second. I said "Am I dreaming, like seriously, this doesn't feel real." I was really serious though! She's has been in our family for seven months now, and she fits right in! I am very proud to have given her a reason to stay strong, and to live through her horrible heartworm. I will never, ever forget that I changed her life... and she changed mine.
Thank you AAR!


-Maddie
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Friday, July 15, 2011

Faith(Fancy Eva)

We got Faith for our other cat at first they were cautious but now they love to play together. Very sweet cat so glad we got her!! She loves to give kisses and play. Loves to be scratched and petted. Her favorite toy is those toy mice. Hope yall like the pics!!

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Loving my new bff

my husband and I adopted for now named Harley back in May. At first, I was worried she would not get along with our cat but in some weird way they're best friends lol. She is such a big part of our family and we are very glad to have found her. She fits right in. Thanks aar :)

Sunday, July 10, 2011

In memory of Norman

We don't know the beginning of Norman's story but I can tell you how great it got. When Norman showed up at the shelter Oct 10,2004 the lights were off, the doors were locked and our shifts were over. It was time for our last check and then I saw him. This man was standing at the door with something in his hands~ I opened the door and asked how I could help~he said "I found him by the dumpster and he needs help". Even though we were full and I didn't think he was going to make it much longer, I took him from the man and said "I'll take him from here". Not moving much, covered in ticks and fleas, I put him in my car and headed home. The odds were not on Norman's side~ he was too sick for the surgeries he needed and it was going to get expensive. We didn't give up on him and he knew it. He realized he had a reason to live again and did he ever! He loved life and was loved by all who knew him! On July 6,2011 Norman let us know in his own way that he was ready to put his wings on
and wait for us on the Rainbow Bridge.

My husband Dan and I are grateful for AAR and that late Thursday shift!

Sadie Mae

We adopted Sadie Mae yesterday!! She is a beautiful 7 month old female black lab/retriever mix. We have 3 young boys and a 2 year old Aussie Shepherd mix (Oscar) so I thought we would never be able to handle another dog. I walked in Petco yesterday to return something and I saw the dogs from AAR without any intentions of adopting one. I saw Sadie and fell in love with her. I texted my husband a photo and he agreed to my crazy idea. After taking Sadie home, Oscar showed her the ropes and it feels like she has been with us forever. We are so happy to have found Sadie! She is smart, very trainable and a terrific snuggler. We are looking forward to many years of loving her! She is great with the boys and I finally have my "little girl". Thanks for all you do at AAR!

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

In love with Toby!

We adopted Toby in March and are in love. He fits right in and is best buddies with our other dog Hannah!! The two are inseparable and play all day. My two kids also adore Toby.

Saturday, July 2, 2011

Lima Bean now Beanie adopted 2010



after my Buffy past away, I came looking for a dog at AAR and found..

Beanie (AKA: "Grumble Bunny") Adopted Nov. '10. Beanie (Listed as Lima Bean) is adjusting to her life with us. She and I are learning to communicate - such as ferocious barking at 8:17 p.m. means "it's time to put me to bed, I'm tired!" and "Lets snuggle" brings her to me for hugs. She loves her toys and often sleeps with a soft toy in her front paws and a tennis ball in her mouth! She has an appetite for chicken jerky and freshly cooked ground turkey. I love to come home as she greets me at the door with a big grin and jumping for joy. She is the light of my life!

To each of you at AAR, I wish to thank you for all you do. You have brought such love and happiness to my family through the dogs you care for and work so diligently to place. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your time, love, and dedication to our abandoned animals that are in your care.

FROM AAR: We at AAR are the ones grateful to people like Chris and her family (and all those who adopt a shelter dog). We thank you.

(AAR attached photo of Lima Bean when she first came to AAR)

Chloe now Daisy Cakes adopted in 2010


Daisy Cakes - was adopted March '10 by my daughter-in-law Laura. Daisy (was known as Chloe). Laura fell deeply in love with Daisy when shopping for Anna at PetsMart. Daisy is definitely Laura's girl. Daisy loves to lounge on a ledge in the pool and submerge her face so that she looks like an alligator most of the time. She taught Anna that swimming is a great way to cool off. Whenever Daisy wants something or isn't getting her way, she goes to Laura for "mom to take up for her". Very cute! 3rd from Chris' family.

Anna adopted in 07


Anna - was adopted in Sept.' 07 by my son Matthew. Anna and Matt have had a great time with each other, going for walks and rides in his jeep. Matt was looking for a "real dog" and found Anna. They were truly meant to be a team. Anna now has Daisy as her"sister puppy" and each has learned to respect the other's "space!. Anna loves to come visit "Beanie" whenever possible, romping with her. Beans adores Anna and would be thrilled if Anna could stay here all the time. Anna has a gentle disposition and is a fabulous girl. 2nd of 4 adopted by Chris' family.

Harley adopted in 06


Harley (Poster puppy Dec. ' 06 (Jaeger) - Harley has led an interesting life since being adopted by my daughter Laura. He went to college with her in Austin and visited a dog park there. After a few times in the puppy area, he and Laura were somewhat confident that things were "ok". That is when a pit bull (should not have been allowed in the puppy area!) attacked Harley. He survived, enduring the "cone of shame" after several surgeries, months of healing, and loads of love and dedication from Laura, Harley healed and is a happy healthy dog. He is our circus dog, doing many tricks and entertaining others with his "dances" and "sneezing on command". Very impressive dog! He is so loved by all who know him. Info sent by 4 time AAR adopter Chris

Friday, July 1, 2011

Matilda (now Mimi)


After her mom's dog died of old age, Brenda helped her adopt a new companion - Matilda. Brenda says her mother loves Mimi so much.

Friday, June 24, 2011

A Southern Belle named Miss Sugar

Sugar was one of the pets AAR featured at the Gleannloch Farms adoption fair. I had recently donated a portrait to AAR and went to the event with my mother, just to say hello to the volunteers and to buy lunch in support of the Rescue.

Even though I protested, my mother (who I live with, along with several adopted cats) was smitten with Sugar. She was a pretty, petite, Tux cat with a sad look in her eyes. We learned that she was 11, and that her owner had passed away. We went home to talk about it. And decided to adopt Sugar.

The next day we went to AAR and talked to Mary, and Sugar. I was so impressed with the cat section of the building - a nice, bright room with an exercise area in the middle. All of the kitties were so well cared for, and loved by the volunteers.

Sugar came home with us; the plan was to put her in a bedroom by herself and gradually introduce the other cats. Tragedy struck two days later when my 7-year-old cat Lacey died suddenly from a blood clot. I was devastated, and honestly had no desire to pay any attention to Sugar. But while I was sitting in "her room" and crying, Sugar jumped up in my lap, put her paws on my chest and licked my face. I felt she was saying, "I know what it's like to lose someone you love." That's when this sad-faced little cat won my heart.

Sugar has become my studio cat, sitting on my drawing table while I paint. She likes to play "paws" under the door with the other cats, and goes on a gallop through the upstairs every evening. She has run of the house, but still prefers to sleep on her blankie that was made by an AAR volunteer. She 's lost a bit of that sad look in her eyes, and so have I -- thanks to Sugar.

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

A note from Mikey (formerly Eddie)

To: All my wonderful friends at AAR who took such good care of me when I was a baby

From: Eddie. ( I don't know why my new owners insist on calling me "Mikey" but whatever...)

I am having a great time at my new home. I've trained my family to rub my belly when I roll onto my back, to throw my squeaky frog when I bring it to them, and to give me a nice big chew bone whenever I pick up one of their shoes and pretend I'm going to eat it.

Houdini, my feline friend, has taught me how to chase bugs. We also play tag and wrestle indoors. We were the same size when I first got here but now I'm twice as big as he is!

The Labrador puppy next door comes over every day to play tug of war with me and to splash with me in the pond and in my wading pool.

I wish I knew what happened to my sister Edith who was adopted the same morning I was. Are you out there Edith???

AAR Volunteers, thank you for the many hours you spent feeding and cleaning up after me and my fellow inmates at the shelter. You people are the best!

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Sunday, June 12, 2011

Graham aka Muchacho

My wife and I came in to adopt a puppy to start our new family with and as soon as we saw Muchacho on your site (aka graham)we knew he had to come home with us. He loves to fetch and play tuggy. He enjoys time with his guinea pig brother Albin and has become the greatest companion we could ever want. He knows how to sit, lay down, shake, and roll over. He loves the dog park and tons of affection. We can't thank you enough for our little puppy son.

What a delight

I adopted Carlie, now Wren or Rennie, just a week ago. She is barely 10 weeks old. What a sweet loving baby. She is very smart. Already sits on command and I think she is housebroken. Today was the first time she actually went to the door when she needed to go out.
I am grateful to Abandoned Animal Rescue for her.
Gerry

Saturday, June 11, 2011

Theo

I saw a picture of this adorable dog and realized that my family had to have him!! However, when I called to inquire about him, a lady was there adopting him. I was disappointed, but decided there were other cute animals to adopt, so the next day, my husband and I took a trip to the shelter to check a few out.

We were chit chatting with the ladies when my husband made a comment about Theo. The worker's eyebrows jumped up when she heard his name and asked if I was the person who called about him yesterday. When I told her I was, her face burst into a huge smile as she told me he was back. It turned out the lady that had adopted him, was not ready for such a large dog, and had brought him back that morning!!!

They brought Theo out to us, and we immediately knew he was meant to be ours.

He has fit in quite nicely with our rowdy bunch.

Thank you AAR for matching us up with such a great dog!!
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Monday, May 23, 2011

Eddie aka Mike

After searching shelters for three months for just the right puppy for our household, we saw Eddie's picture on AAR's website at 10 p.m. on a Friday night and hurried out to Tomball when the shelter opened Saturday morning promptly adopted Eddie and brought him home to meet our teenage daughter, two grown female dogs, and two cats (all rescues). Our household has not been the same since! Eddie's name changed ten times in five days before we all finally agreed to call him Mike. He loves playing tag with our cat Houdini, shredding the newspapers in his crate to bury his big rawhide bone, running with the big dogs outside, splashing in his wading pool, giving kisses, and raising mayhem everywhere he goes. He is already learning his house manners and likes to give kisses to the family and to greet our guests at the door. Mike is a clown who makes us laugh every day and he is growing fast. A huge thanks to all the volunteers at AAR who rescued and cared for him. He is a precious b
oy.