Koko’s story is unique because she wasn’t rescued in the traditional sense, but she was definitely saved. She’s a Lab/German Short Haired Pointer mix who has been through a lot. Her parents, Ben and Lisa own Modern Paws, a local pet boutique in Tampa. We have become friendly and I ran into […]
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The Art of Rescuing Dogs
Local Tampa Artist, Meaghan Scalise and her Husband Shawn rescued both of their dogs from rescue groups in the area. Marley was adopted at PetsMart via St. Francis Society Rescue. Ruca was adopted from Almost Home Dog Rescue. Meghan is the artist who painted the mural you see in the […]
Read MoreHow Marvin Adopted His Family
Loren and her husband visited Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control in hopes of adopting a dog. They arrived a few minutes before the shelter was closing and on their way to the dogs section, walked passed the cat room. They noticed an orange tabby that followed them around the […]
Read MoreHow Nikki Got Her Second Chance
Nikki was being shuttled from shelter to shelter because no one wanted her. Rebels Rescue, who does adoption out of a Tampa PetsMart, took her in because they knew they could help her find the home that she needed. Loren and her Husband, already had a cat named Marvin, who […]
Read MoreYogi, a Very Pleasent Surprise
Yogi, formally Angus, was adopted from the Humane Society of Broward County (HSBC) by none other than my Dad. My mom was on a cruise at the time, but more on that later. Yogi’s story actually holds a special place in my heart because not only was he adopted from […]
Read MoreHector The Puggle, Who Put Up No Struggle, to Being Adopted
Hector was adopted from Clay County Animal Care and Control (CCAC) back in 2010 by Ashley and Tyler K. Tyler didn’t grew up with dogs, but when he saw a Pug at a local arts market, he fell in love with the breed. Hey! Don’t hold Tyler’s lack of dog experience against him. […]
Read MoreLucy Proves Alabama Has More Than Just Football and Sweet Homes
Lucy’s Adoption Story Lucy, originally was rescued with her brother when they were 7 weeks old through Florida All Retriever Rescue (FARR). They were found in Alabama and were flown into Davis Island Airport where her foster Mom Stephanie picked them up. Lucy had some sort of bacterial infection, which resulted in […]
Read MoreBisbee, Rescued from Dogma Pet Rescue, Looooves His Peanut Butter
Bisbee, formally known as The Archduke of Chugglesworth, was adopted by Dogma Pet Rescue located in Riverview, Florida. Bisbee had never had peanut butter prior to his photo shoot, but it’s my guess that it will make this week’s grocery list. Dogma Pet Rescue is an all-volunteer, all-pet rescue with an emphasis on rescuing […]
Read MoreCutie, One Families’ Trash, Another Families’ Treasure
Cutie’s Rescue Story Cutie wasn’t originally destined to be someone’s family pet. Can you imagine? Her and her sister were found next to a dumpster while, their human dad, Steve was living in Israel. Cutie and her sister were just a month old at the time and Steve didn’t think […]
Read MoreDon, a stray dog from Israel, will steal your heart
You wouldn’t know it by looking at him, but Don speaks multiple languages. Not only does Don understand English, but he also understands Hebrew! You see, Don wasn’t born here in the US. He was adopted by my friends Alon and Ilona in Israel. Don’s Adoption Story Don was adopted […]
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