*Rome GA - He looked up at me & cried

8-9-12:  ADOPTED!!!!
"... when we headed back towards the building, he slowed down, he stopped, he laid down, and then he looked up at me with the most soulful, begging eyes, he cried softly"
*From R: Here is the story that was told to me about a Very special boy that we've all come to know as "Elvis".
A volunteer's story: "I had some free time and had to spend it with Him.  He's quiet and doesn't "jump out" at you like some others, but I was drawn to use what little time I had to spend it with him.  And now, I cannot stop crying for his life.  I approached his cage and he looked at me like, "Really? Me?!!   You're going to pay attention to ME??"

We went outside for a wonderful walk, and he was so good on the leash.  I swear he was smiling as he felt the sunshine, and looked up at me!!   But then, when we headed back towards the building, he slowed down, he stopped, he laid down, and then he looked up at me with the most soulful, begging eyes, he cried softly.  I sat down too, he put his head in my lap, and I felt the warmth from his body, and I just burst out crying.  I couldn't stop, this loving warm dog was going to be killed and thrown into a trash bag.   It is too much to bear the thought of it. 

When we did get back inside closing the door on him was the hardest thing I’ve ever done this boy is SPECIAL. I can't explain it, because it's something you have to experience for yourself. PLEASE save him!!  Make a special post!!  He will Give you his Heart, and Never Leave your side!!"
Spare "Elvis" the Horror that Awaits!!
ID # 1125  $85 SPONSOR Hound mix "ELVIS"  - Not just another hound dog!  J
LOVABLE & SWEET_ male   http://www.adoptapet.com/pet7229102.html

HOW TO HELP ELVIS? Please contact all parties below, so no one misses an offer: hope@hope4dogs.net  and Ronda at: (704) 545-7079 and: rescue4floyd@yahoo.com 

You DO NOT have to live in GA to rescue him, there ARE transporters that run and can bring this darling to you, there ARE volunteers who will run him out of the building for you, and off to safety at a local vets for boarding.  Just Please, Please say that you have room in your heart and home for him. You will not regret it!

YOU MUST WRITE "RESCUE OFFER" in the subject line of the email, OR WE WILL MISS THE OFFER OF RESCUE /ADOPTION AND HE WILL BE KILLED!
PLEASE DO THIS CORRECTLY, AS THEIR LIVES DEPEND ON IT!!

WHERE IS ELVIS? ELVIS and other poor babies are located here:  Floyd  County animal shelter, Rome , GA.  Telephone number is: 706-236-4545

*PILOT POINT, TX: Bonded Cocker and Retriever need your help!!! Delilo found his way to Sampson in the shelter.

GREAT NEWS! They have been adopted together!!
This is heartbreaking!! Delilo found his way through gates and buildings to be with his best friend Sampson - please help keep them together.

*From Plyler:  Here [are] the pictures of the two bonded males at the Pilot Point Animal Control... Earlier, Sampson had been moved to a different kennel in different part of the shelter... But, Delilo's kennel must have been just closed but not latched...because when I walked into Animal Control, Delilo was sitting in front of Sampson's kennel giving him kisses... This baby [didn't] only push open the heavy kennel door but made his way... two connected buildings over to find his mate.

It was so sweet but heartbreaking. Please help keep them together. Sampson will likely be put in our adoption program [soon] but Delilo will not because of his age & hair loss (from fleas). This means these two will likely never see each other again. It just breaks my heart. ... Can any one give [these] two a place together?

Simsbury,CT - Two senior sweet dogs need new home asap!

Lizzie and Boomer, 2 bonded dogs temporarily in a boarding facility and their owner is running out of money and time. Please help them find a new home.
*From E: Please crosspost to find these two gorgeous dogs a new home (preferably together)... owner is distraught about having to rehome them and has not been able to place them on her own... please keep any nasty comments to yourself... this is about helping animals and not about putting people down...  HOW CAN YOU HELP? Contact is KAREN.COLLIER@hcbe.net

*From Karen: Hi.  My name is Lizzie.  I am a 9 year old German Shepherd mix. I am spayed and up-to-date on my shots.  I’m active and in really good health. My mom rescued me from the pound when I was only a year old.  I was very skinny and quite shy. My mom fed me and loved me, and I have become a very sweet girl.  I get along well with people, and  I am good with other dogs as long as we are properly introduced.  Unfortunately, my mom is moving to a place where she cannot have a fence for me and where I do not have room to run.  Rescue and re-homing organizations are not interested in me because I am a “senior.”  My dream is to find a home where I can run and play and be loved, ideally with my brother Boomer (see below), as we have been together for 8 years and are best friends. 
Hello.  I’m Boomer, a 9-year old Chow/Spitz mix. People tell me all the time that I am a VERY handsome guy. I am neutered and up-to-date on all my shots.  I am friendly and active. I like to meet new people, and I get along well with other dogs, especially my sister Lizzie (we even prefer to snuggle in a single dog house together).  My mom rescued me from the pound when I was only a puppy. Unfortunately, my mom is moving to a place where she cannot have a fence for me and where I do not have room to run.  Like Lizzie, re-homing organizations are not interested in me because I am a “senior.”  My dream is to find a home where I can run and play and be loved, ideally with my sister Lizzie (see above), as we have been together for 8 years and are best friends.  She is “my girl,” and I take great pride in protecting her.  One time, we took an adventure trip from home and Lizzie hurt her leg.  I protected her from strangers until our mom came for us.  I am loyal to her and to my mom. 

*From COLLIER, KAREN: Good morning.  I am supremely frustrated, broken hearted, and desperate.  Due to a recent change in my living situation, I can no longer keep my two beloved dogs that I’ve had for eight years. They are wonderful companions, and I only want for them to find a good home.  I am trying so hard to be a responsible pet owner and find them a good place to go.  I have contacted friends and family, as well as work acquaintances.  Nobody knows of anyone who can help, nor can they help themselves.  I have contacted rescue and rehoming organizations, only to be turned down by all of them, citing that the reason is that my dogs are “seniors.”  Some have graciously offered to cross-post them, which I welcomed at first.  Then, I realized that this led to a number of people emailing me to condemn me for being a bad pet owner, rubbing salt into an already-festering wound.  I am trying SO hard to do the right thing. I am currently paying to have the dogs boarded, and I am driving 60 miles round trip after work each day to spend time with them.  Simply, I cannot keep this up.  It is taking a toll on me, financially and emotionally.  Moreover, I know that it is not healthy for the dogs.  I have started looking for anyone in the region who may be able to help me.  Honestly, I teared up when I found your web site.  I hope and pray that everything I read is true and that you can help my babies and me.  I just need to find them a place and know that they’re okay.

Please, please say that you can help us.
Karen C. Collier

*MIAMI, FL - Boxer Left Behind in Foreclosed House

8-9-12:  WONDERFUL UPDATE:  Cheryl tells us that he is now in a loving home with a family who loves and spoils him.  These new pictures say it all!!

PLEASE HELP THIS POOR DOG! You can see the confusion and fear in his face.

*FROM CHERYL: This poor boxer was left behind in a Miami foreclosure without air conditioning. We are providing food and water but he needs a rescue ASAP. No Paws will help with spay/neuter if needed and vet. Please contact me if you can help.

HOW CAN YOU HELP? Contact Cheryl Lang cheryl@nopawsleftbehind.org