Our Cinco de Chihuahua event was a lot of fun and many of our little guys and gals found their forever homes. Our sweet Coco was quite popular amusing the customers in our lobby playing with his roommates or sunning him self belly up. He went to Animal Humane this week for different scenery in hopes of finding his forever home. Shy Weezy was adopted.
May 1st Albuquerque Animal Welfare joined efforts with Best Friends Animal Sanctuary for the Back in Black adoption event. This month long promotion is dedicated to increasing awareness and adoptions of black cats and dogs. Although they are every bit as adorable, sweet and fun loving as any other, pets that are black often wait longer to find their forever homes than their lighter colored pals. This promotional event was started to shine a spotlight on these often over looked pets and help them find good homes. During the month of May add adult (1yr & over) dogs will be available for adoption at a reduced fee of $35.00 and adult cats will be $15.00. Some people tell us that darker animals just can not be seen well in a kennel so just another reason to take them out and spend a good amount of time bonding with them prior to adoption. In this different light their beauty can shine and as with any animal you get a truer picture of their personalities out away from the kennel.
This week we have two dogs that are loved by our staff and volunteers. They are beautiful dogs with different personalities and different activity levels. Our second featured dog is participating in the Back in Black event.
Alyx (ID# A 1605304) is a 6 year old, female, Siberian Husky & German shepherd mix. She is a beautiful sable, cream and black color. Looking at her picture you will notice her gorgeous blue eyes. She weighs 66 pounds and is a perfect age. Alyx is a mellow, easy going, extremely loving and affectionate dog. She was adopted from us back in 2010. Sounds like it was a happy home but her owners could not longer take care of her so gave her to their neighbors. Her new family only had her for a short time and admitted they left her outside the entire time. They said first she dug under the fence and then climbed over the fence trying to get back to her original home. Knowing how quickly this girl bonds with people she probably was very confused, lonely and just wanted to be with her people. Since coming to our shelter we have found her to calm, quiet and very well behaved. She is one of our potty brigade dogs so house training should go well once she learns the new homes routine and the proper time and place to go. There won’t be a need to leave this girl outside. Alyx is a dream to walk on leash although she does walk very close and sometimes underfoot. She does not jump up and is a gentle girl. She could loose just a few pounds but an easy daily walk or two will keep her and her new family in shape. She is extremely affectionate and loving, a great constant companion. She loves a good belly rub and gives soft kisses. Yes, she is pretty easy going but she is also a fun loving gal so should also do well with children especially if the parents teach their children how to treat their new companion. Alyx has participated in doggie play groups. So far she has not shown a great interest in doggie play but socialized well with softer play dogs. Every once in a while she would present a play bow and begin a bit of play so she may just be a bit inexperienced. Since she is a fairly mellow girl a wild and crazy play mate would be too much for her. Alyx would be a great only dog too. She is one of those beloved Velcro dogs and would be happy being her mom/dad’s shadow following them around the house and curling up under a desk. Alyx is ready to meet her forever parents at our Eastside shelter.
Titan (ID# A 1693207) is a 2 year old, male, black & tan German Shepherd & Rottweiler mix. He weighs 52 pounds. He has the coloring of a Rottweiler but is thinly built and has soft fur like a German Shepherd. He is an energetic young dog that needs an active family. His family only had him 1 month after acquiring him from a friend. They said he has “behavioral issues” but they just did not know what to do with an active dog. They too left him in the back yard and he climbed the fence. Yes, this is a common story we hear all too often. Titan is eager to please and very smart. On the other hand he also needs some exercise and mental stimulation to keep his young brain working rather than becoming bored and escaping for attention and fun down the street. Titan gets frustrated in his kennel as would any young guy that does not get out every day to stretch his legs, play fetch and get some individual attention. Titan loves to take walks and is pretty good on leash after his initial excitement and joy getting out of the kennel. He is smart and knows the cue for sit well. Attending the training classes that come with every adoption would be the perfect way for you and Titan to bond, learn tricks to exercise his brain as well as polish his manners. Titan loves to play fetch and returns with the toy most of the time. He is an enthusiastic player and he is learning to “drop it”. He is so anxious to play with the toy that if he does not “drop it” your hand and his mouthy may meet a bit roughly in the middle. Titan has a soft and gentle side too. He enjoys laying his big head in your lap or against your chest for some affection. He is happy to sit next to you on a bench and take in the sights. Titan would be a great dog for an active person… perhaps your jogging or hiking buddy. He will also be a great constant companion curling up at your feet when you both are ready to relax and chill. Please remember every shelter pet is not their true self in a kennel. Some are scared, some are lonely and some are frustrated in need of exercise. When you spend time with them away from the kennel they can relax. Whether you begin playing with them or just spend some time sharing affection only then can you find your “love connection”, perfect match and the bonding can begin. Ask to take Titan to a play yard and perhaps have a game of fetch. Just remember to ask him to “drop it” before you toss it again. If you want to meet this fun loving guy he is at our Eastside shelter.
