Recent Updates

Tuesday, January 5, 2016

It's been too long since my last Houston update, and for that, I apologize.  I blame it on the craziness of the holidays and fostering a puppy in general.  The best news is that we have finally been able to... read more
Shiloh would like to thank RAGOM for all the support.  He has his wish this Christmas.  Shiloh has his very own family to care for him and love him!  A Mom, Dad, human sister and a companion dog.  He has a huge... read more
Indie has been with us now for three weeks and her cute personality is really coming out! She is still very sweet and lovable, scared of loud noises, and a bit stubborn but one big change is her comfort outdoors... read more

Monday, January 4, 2016

Randi (Brandi #13-189) has been a part of our family for two years now. We have learned a lot about her during that time. Randi loves to go for long walks, 2-3 miles a day. She will "remind" us that she's... read more
First of all we would like to Thank Richard S. for the donation to Lacey, we appreciate your generosity!  Lacey has been busy with vet appointments over the last month and we apologize for the overdue update. A... read more
Hi, Belle here again [finally], My dad got after me to write another update because it has been so long and so much has happened. Foster sister Skylee moved to Iowa and was adopted a few days later. Dad said her... read more
Ruby welcomed in the new year in great style -- she had a good meal, enjoyed time with friends, and made a resolution or two that she's already working on (much better than her foster mom is doing...). Ruby is... read more
We adopted Spice on Christmas Day. What a great Christmas present for the whole family!  He is absolutely a super dog.  He was a stray so he had to be given a name. We understand the name Spice was the result of... read more
Tonka continues to do well with his heartworm treatment.  Tonka’s first Immiticide injection was two weeks ago.  He is now on very strict exercise restrictions, he can’t do anything that will get his heart rate... read more

Sunday, January 3, 2016

Jack has been hanging out in our home in Solon, IA for the holidays!  He had some issues escaping from his wire crate and getting into things he shouldn't while his first foster family was gone, so he was moved... read more

Saturday, January 2, 2016

HAPPY NEW YEAR, EVERYONE! I decided it's time for me to write my own update. Foster Mom's get kind of boring sometimes... I've had a busy couple of weeks getting used to my new home and friends. It's been... read more
Jake is so much fun to have around. He always puts a smile on my face. :) He is seriously one of the happiest dogs I have ever met. He is so thankful for every head pat, every couch snuggle, and especially the... read more
Missy/Jojo wants to wish everyone a Happy New Year!  A very special thank you to Curt and Betty Gumbrell for Missy's Christmas Tree and for Santa's special Christmas gift! Missy has been doing well in her foster... read more
Zoey has been doing well. She managed to boost herself on to my bed with lots of back leg pushing. She has only done it once, but now she knows it is possible. She is scheduled for spaying on Monday 1/4 when she... read more

Friday, January 1, 2016

  Sweet Lobo just barely made it into 2016 before crossing the Rainbow Bridge. Last night he ate a full dinner, which made me happy as his appetite has not been the best. This morning he and Zoey went... read more

Thursday, December 31, 2015

Hudson wants to say "Thank you, Bob" to Bob Martin for the holiday icon on his webpage. As you can see he's a little under the weather today - darn shots, but he knows how important they in keeping him healthy... read more
Shadow went to the vet today to get checked out for a few things. Luckily, the vet says he's a good weight - because he enjoyed his first Starbucks "Puppachino" (whipped cream in a small cup) on the way. Not-... read more

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Happy birthday to me! FM says I am 12 weeks old today. I am now 15 lbs and my fur has become shiny and soft! I am still waiting for my forever family to find me....hopefully they didn't get lost. When I came... read more
Wow, I can’t believe how long it takes for these holidays! It was a whirlwind of family, friends, outings, and lots of food. Good thing someone is watching my figure. So I haven’t had a chance to talk to... read more

Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Shadow continues to be a star with his winning personality and big heart. He's so playful with my resident dog, Indy. They really enjoy each other's company. Yesterday we decided to skip the walk on the road... read more
We’re sorry that we haven’t updated you on Penny for a while, but there have been a lot of things going on besides the holidays. About three weeks ago, Penny had her spay surgery and our vet also checked out... read more

Monday, December 28, 2015

Lucas has been a complete JOY to have in our home. He is the most humorous puppy we have ever fostered, full of personality and antics!! He plays hard with my resident dog and my kids and makes up for it with... read more
  On December 7th, we helped our sweet Lou cross the Rainbow Bridge. His kidney disease finally progressed to the point where there was no more we could do to help him. Our hearts are broken and we will... read more
We had another great summer with Fred!  Everyone that meets him LOVES him!  He is still the most perfect dog for our family!  He is super silly and loves to run around and play with all the kids in our... read more
Charlie has been adopted! He has a wonderful new family including his own fur sister who loves to play just as much as he does. Charlie must have known this was his new forever family as he hopped right into... read more