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!

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.

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

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.