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you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not
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Gretl Gretl is the lover girl, she thinks she is a lap dog.
She will snooze laying on her back in your arms. Now I don't want to
give you the wrong impression and make her sound like a couch potato.
First, she must run and play with her puppy friends or play with her
doggie toys. Gretl is very treat motivated and will be easy to train.
She has already learned sit and we are working on down. Gretl is
pretty good on a leash and loves to go for walks. Gretl is a heeler
mix and just about 6 months old. She weighs 30 pounds now and will
probably weigh around 40 pounds full grown. Gretl is house trained,
crate trained, up to date on her vaccinations, spayed and microchipped.
Gretl is ready for her forever home. If you would like to meet Gretl,
email kathy@bluedogrescue.com.
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Igor
Hey all you Weimaraner lovers out there, take a look at this handsome
fellow. He is full of energy, and knows how to sit, shake, down and
roll over. He will need more leash training as he is always ready to
go. Igor needs a good size yard and a active dog buddy to romp and
play with.
Igor is 11 months old, 68 pounds and is in perfect health. He is house
trained, working on his crate training and very affectionate (he gives
big sloppy kisses). He has a bit to much energy for small kids but
does love them. If you are interested in meeting Igor please e-mail
lisa@bluedogrescue.com.
In memory of 'Big Dad', from Nancy and Jean and
the babies.
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Rocky Raccoon
Rocky Raccoon is the big brother. He is the biggest of the siblings
and looks after them. Rocky Raccoon loves to play and is learning how
much fun doggie toys are. When he is tired he is ready for some
cuddles and kisses. Rocky Raccoon and his siblings were found in a box
near a dumpster. Clearly not trash, they are all sweet and very
social. Rocky Raccoon is about 7 weeks old and weighs around 4 pounds.
If you would like more information on Rocky Raccoon, email
missy@bluedogrescue.com.
Thanks to M Ann.
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Lola Jane Lola Jane is a shy girl that resembles a black and
tan coonhound, but at 7 months old is closer to the size of a whippet
(a little over 30 pounds). She was dropped off at TLAC with the
mysterious explanation that her previous owners "couldn't keep" her.
Her foster parents think her previous owners must have been crazy to
part with such a well-behaved puppy! Little Lola Jane started out a
little bit nervous, but is beginning to hold her head high and be
proud of her new talents, which include: knowing how to "sit" and "go
to her room" (crate), walking like a show dog on a leash, and being
housebroken. Likes: everything and everyone, especially fluffy things
and people that will scratch behind her ears. Please contact:
courtneyandmichele@bluedogrescue.com.
In memory of Zeus, from Nancy and Jean and the babies.
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Duane
So let me share with you a fool-proof way to get someone to take you
home from an incredibly crowded animal shelter when there are about
twenty other puppies on any given day that need out. Wait 'til someone
sticks their hand in your kennel, then immediately wrap your little
paws around their arm and refuse to be pried off while simultaneously
staring at them with big brown pleading eyes. I promise you, it will
work every time! I'm about eight weeks old as of 7/1, weigh about
eight pounds, and best guess is a Shepherd mix, heavy on the mix. They
expect me to be around 50 pounds when I am all grown up. My brother
Dwight and I are both extremely handsome, social little guys. I've
started my vaccinations, have been wormed, and will be neutered just
as soon as I'm a little older. For more information, email my foster
mom at
jenny@bluedogrescue.com.
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Dwight
Even thought my brother Duane is bigger than me, I'm usually in the
lead for all the important investigating that needs to happen around
here. Be it bugs, the baby pool, or brand new toys, I'm always on it!
I'm very generous with the puppy kisses and love to snuggle. I'm about
eight weeks old as of 7/1, weigh about eight pounds, and best guess is
a Border Collie mix. They expect me to be around 45 pounds when I am
all grown up. My brother Duane and I are both extremely handsome,
social little guys. I've started my vaccinations, have been wormed,
and will be neutered just as soon as I'm a little older. For more
information, email my foster mom at
jenny@bluedogrescue.com.
Smallest pup, biggest charm. Good luck! -
Kathleen
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Golly
Ready, set, go! He's the fastest little dog at his foster home.
Golly's little legs like to run, and run and run. If you are looking
for a small jogging partner here he is. How about going to the park to
play ball? Golly is just the dog for you. He is full of personality
and would love to call your place home.
Golly is an eighteen month old, sixteen pound Terrier mix. He had a
great check up with the vet, is crate trained, working on his house
training ( he has really come a long way in the past few weeks) and
likes canines, felines and humans of all ages. If you are looking for
a active, smart and fun new dog please e-mail
lisa@bluedogrescue.com.
 Golly is off to
obedience school for the next 16 weeks. He will be learning basic
skills like sit, stay, heeling on leash and even try out the agility
course. We will be updating his information in the next few weeks.
Thank you Samuel and Stephanie.
Big thanks to Richard and Martha for helping the dogs!
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Holy Toledo
One look at his face, and you just can't help but break into a smile.
Holy Toledo has the kind of face that just makes you happy all the
time. He was found out in the middle of nowhere with two other pups.
He was a little bit shy, when he first arrived at his foster home but
soon realized that this foster family loves him. He has settled into
their routine and is enjoying being part of a family.
Holy Toledo is a fourteen month old, twenty one pound Terrier mix. He
is current on vaccines, healthy, crate trained and is working on
becoming house trained. He is almost there with only a couple of
accidents in the last two weeks. He is ready to find a permanent
family. He loves to play with other dogs of all sizes, is scared of
the cat and is fine with kids. For more information on him please
e-mail lisa@bluedogrescue.com.
Holy Toledo is off to
obedience school for the next 16 weeks. He will be learning basic
skills like sit, stay, heeling on leash and even try out the agility
course. We will be updating his information in the next few weeks.
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Shimmy
So I wake up every morning from a refreshing puppy sleep, wipe the
puppy sleepyseeds from my eyes, and dash directly outside to do my
business. After I’m done, I like to go inspect my baby pool for
interlopers. A big fat Toadman likes to go swimming in there at night
and he doesn’t vacate even when I tell him to (barkbark, I say). We
stare at each other for awhile and then I go get my foster mom and
tell on him and she comes and fishes him out and puts him in the
bushes where I can’t find him. When he’s gone, I go for a morning swim
(well, really splash). My two foster brothers, Duane and Dwight, like
to follow me all over the place and sometimes I push them around a
little but they don’t mind because that’s what big sisters do. I spent
a weekend at Lee Mannix’s Center helping trainers learn how to teach
puppies, and I learned all sorts of good stuff, including “sit”,
“down”, and recall! They said I was a very good, smart puppy, and I
was very eager to learn new things. I weigh fifteen pounds right now
and I’m about three months old (as of 7/7), and a female Lab mix. The
vet says I will be about fifty pounds when I am all grown up. I’ve
been spayed and microchipped, have almost finished my puppy
vaccinations, and am on flea/heartworm prevention too. For more
information, email my foster mom at
jenny@bluedogrescue.com.
To Shimmie - a fellow Velcro dog just like our Monkey. Love,
Mark and Lisa
Thank you to David and Marti.
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Sooey My name is Sooey and I am a mixed breed. I am black
and white and have a lovely black shaped diamond on my head! I am
approximately 26 pounds and one year old. I was found wandering
around my foster mom's neighborhood. Unfortunately I am heartworm
positive, but I am being treated and will soon (in August) be cured
and available for adoption to my new family. I am a very loving,
sweet little girl! My favorite thing is to get my ears rubbed and
kisses on my nose are always a plus too! One of my other favorite
things to do is play with toys and fetch in the back yard. I am
kennel trained and my foster parents are teaching me some new basic
commands, such as sit and lay down, etc. I am very smart so I am
learning all these things very fast! I love to play so much so that I
would probably do better with a family that has children 11 and up.
Sometimes I get really excited! My foster parents are also working
with me on my potty training. I have had a few accidents, but overall
I'm doing great! So if you are interested in making me a part of your
family, please email
loren@bluedogrescue.com and let her know. I am looking forward to
meeting my potential new family!
Please consider donating via PayPal to help cover
Sooey's care.
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Instant Karma!
Sponsoring a Blue Dog is a way for you to give
to the care of a particular Blue Dog in need. Sponsorship can be
in as little or as much as you'd like to donate. When you
sponsor a Blue Dog, we will list your name and a thank you by the
dog's picture and bio on our Dogs page. If you would like, we
can also list your donation in honor or memory of friends, family, or
pets. Click here to learn more.
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Lonesome Luke
Lonesome Luke is lonesome no more, but it was touch and go there for
awhile. We just can't figure out how this adorable pup didn't get a
shred of adoption interest at the shelter. Whatever the reason, a Blue
Dog volunteer caught him making big soft goo-goo eyes at everyone who
walked by, and he was whisked into a foster home just in time.
Lonesome Luke is a male Lab mix, about ten pounds at nine weeks old
(6/15). He's on the mellow side, but he's made a puppy friend or two
and we expect that as he settles in, he'll start to get goofy. He
likes to arrange his food bowls just so (hey, when you're a singleton
puppy, you gotta make your own entertainment) and overall is a lovely
little guy. We suspect there's Bassett or something low-riding in the
mix; he's got an adorable chunky body and short legs. Luke's started
his puppy vaccinations, has been microchipped, is current on
flea/heartworm prevention and will be neutered shortly. For more
information on Luke, email
jenny@bluedogrescue.com.
Lonesome Luke sponsored in honor of Willa's 10th birthday. Happy
Birthday, Willa.
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Indie
Indie was picked up on a rural road in far east Austin all by herself,
most likely the lone surviving puppy from a litter. She was taken to
TLAC by the good Samaritan who rescued her, and was quickly placed in
foster care. Though her foster moms are learning her personality, it
is clear that she is a little fighter. Indie loves to play with the
other dogs in her foster home and is getting to know what a cat is.
Her favorite game is to play tug or to try to grab your shoe laces
when you walk, which shows her playful nature.
Indie is about 7-8 weeks old and is thought to be a Boston Terrier
mix. She has started on her puppy shots. Though she is fairly healthy,
we are working on getting her into even better shape in order to be
ready for her forever home. Indie has sharp puppy teeth and nails, so
a home with small children would not be the best for her. For more
information, please contact
lori@bluedogrescue.com.
Indie has really
proven herself to be a goofy, fun, energetic pup (check out the
picture of her in the refrigerator by clicking on her picture). She is
75% potty trained and has learned to use the doggy door. She does have
a dominate personality and is attending behavior classes at Lee Mannix
Center for Canine Behavior. She will need a home without children or
other dogs. In addition, her new owners will need to commit to
additional training in order to insure that she continues to develop
in a positive manner.
We love you Indie and we hope you get adopted soon. - Emma and
Gaby
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Hollie
Are you a good leader? Are you looking for someone to follow you on
adventures and through your daily routine? Hollie is the girl for you!
She is looking for an active person/s, who will take her places and
share the big, exciting world with her. Hollie was in a home for the
past 4 years and was returned when the couple got a divorce. She spent
a lot of her time in the backyard without much excitement. She needs
someone who will stick by her. She would love to take a doggie class
and would love to accompany a walker, hiker, jogger or runner on their
trips outdoors. She would also probably love to learn how to do
agility coursework. Hollie has perfect housemanners - she has never
had an accident or gotten into mischief while her people are away.
Hollie is an affectionate, 50 pound Border Collie mix. For more info,
contact suzy@bluedogrescue.com.
Thanks to Ms. Dausses 2008 advisory class at Ridgeview Middle School
for helping the dogs.
Thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Ranney.
In honor of Shadow.
From Lynne Boggs and Bill Cariker.
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Quincey
Handsome Quincey came into Town Lake Animal Center as a stray. If he
could speak, this Australian Cattle Dog would have many a tale to
tell. He's not had an easy life--he needs to be treated for
heartworms, will have a broken tooth extracted, and also may need
surgery on an old fracture. We'll be spending the next couple of
months getting Quincey ship-shape, but in the meantime, he could use
your help!
Please consider donating via PayPal to help cover
Quincey's care.
This guy is a typical ACD, active, playful, and fun. He’s interested
in the cats in his foster home, but initial introductions have gone
just fine. He seems to get along well with other dogs and adores belly
rubs and attention. He’s about 4 years old and weighs 26 pounds. If
you have other questions about Quincey, email
jenny@bluedogrescue.com.
Hope you're feeling better soon cutie pie! Love, Janna, Kris,
Doc and Dulce
In honor if 8 State Kate, the Katrina Cattle Dog. May she
inspire many to help with rescue anyway they can.
Thanks Lori!
Thanks to Rus, Janna, Allison,
Jackson, Lucky and Violet
From Bee Bee - With so much love to the pups.
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Tawny Tawny is a petite girl with lots of character. She
"talks" to her foster mom with cute whiny chirps and squeaks. We saw
her at the shelter and were impressed by her laid-back nature and her
inclination to stay right with people. She has an endearing (but
slightly obnoxious) habit of walking so close to you, she bumps into
your heels. So far, she's been interested in the cat here, but not
aggressive, so we're thinking she'd be just fine with a dog-savvy
feline. Tawny is 35 pounds at around 8 months old, so she will
probably fill out with another 10 pounds. Best guess is a Heeler mix.
She's already learning "sit", how to walk on a leash, and how to hang
out quietly in her crate. She hasn't had an accident in the house in
the time she's been in her foster home, and we haven't had many issues
with puppy chewing either. Tawny is spayed, microchipped, is current
on vaccinations, heartworm negative and on flea/heartworm prevention.
For more information on this sweet pea, email
jenny@bluedogrescue.com.
Thanks to Dawn and staff at Best Friends Boarding in Rosanky, Texas,
for taking such wonderful care of Tawny while her foster mom was out
of town.
Thank you to the Travis County Combined Charities Campaign
In honor of Abby, who will be in our hearts forever - from Charlotte,
Rusty, Judy, Scott and Jay
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Louisa Louisa loves to play with the tennis ball - she can
entertain herself for hours batting it around and then chasing it.
She'll play fetch too, but is not always good about bringing the ball
back. Louisa likes to play in the kiddie pool too. Louisa is very
sweet and will sit at your fit waiting for some loving. She is a
little shy at first. Louisa has mastered sit and knows down, too. She
walks pretty well on a leash and is working on getting better. Louisa
is house trained, crate trained, up to date on her vaccinations,
spayed and microchipped. The only thing missing now is her forever
home. Louisa just turned 6 months old and weighs around 35 pounds. Now
for the million dollar question, what is she? Well, her sister Gretl
definitely looks like a heeler so Louisa has some heeler mixed in.
Could it also be Lab? Great Pyrenees? Border Collie? We are just not
sure. She should be around 50 pounds full grown. If you would
like to meet Louisa, email
kathy@bluedogrescue.com.
Thanks to Paul and Sue for their donation to the dogs.
Rick sends his love to all the Blue Dogs hoping they all find
new homes soon.
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Guy
He has tough meathead looks and a big intimidating bark, but quite the
mashed potato soul. All the puppies that have come through his foster
mom's house call him "Uncle Guy"--he adores them. He's also best
friends with the cranky alpha female dog in the house that doesn't
like most other dogs! Guy lives with a senior, pokey cat and is very
respectful of her, demonstrated by his head roll and concerned googly
eyes when she sneaks up and sniffs him. Guy has been through classes
at the Lee Mannix Center for Canine Behavior (www.lmccb.com) and we
are looking for an adopter who is willing to continue with that
training. He almost passed his CGC (um, twice) but once was distracted
by a teeny tiny dog and, the next time around, didn't do so well when
his foster mom walked away (he made very sad noises). So we are still
working on that!
Guy spent the first year of his life on a short chain with no
socialization. When he was finally confiscated in a cruelty seizure,
he was covered in bite wounds and was literally skin and bones. But
he's trying to put that behind him and is all about living life in the
moment! Most nights, he goes for a three mile walk with his foster
mom, and he's used to carrying a backpack, although as the summer heat
kicks in, he becomes a bit more of a wilting violet. He knows "sit",
"down", and "wait", is perfectly behaved in his crate, and extremely
housetrained. We would say his house manners are perfect, except for
two things: shoes and electronic items. He has eaten two blackberries
(that would be the kind that is generally considered to be inedible,
NOT the fruit) and one cell phone before his foster mom learned to put
them out of reach. Other than his affinity for electronics, and his
bull-in-the-china shop exuberance, he's a good boy in the house. Guy
can be uncertain in new situations, and would probably be nervous
around kids. Once he knows you, though, he’s happy to demonstrate his
swan dive into your lap for a belly rub. He's a pit bull mix, 65
pounds and 3 years old. He's neutered, microchipped, current on
vaccinations and flea/heartworm prevention. For more information,
email jenny@bluedogrescue.com.
Guy looks just like Sassy...so here's some love from her!
We would never call Guy a snowbunny, brrr! Thanks for the dog
sweater donations, Shawna and Ed! They are keeping Blue Dogs
toasty warm!
Thanks to Horizon Printing for donating to Blue Dog.
Rosie (Rosetta when she was adopted by from Blue Dog) would like to
sponsor Guy in memory of Lucy's sister Kathy's dog, Sallie. Sallie was
a good dog and Kathy loved her a lot and will miss her terribly.
This donation of love is from Sassy Cummings to Gus. She swears
he's her long lost cousin.
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Toot
Toot wandered up a couple of weeks ago at a convenience store way out
in the middle of nowhere. He was all alone, scared and really hungry.
The owner of the store started to feed him and contacted people in the
rescue community for help. One look at his face and his foster Mom was
in love. He is now living the good life in foster care with lots of
good meals and kisses. He loves all the attention and his tail never
stops.
Toot is a 4 month old, 19 pound Heeler/Hound mix. He has started his
puppy vaccines, has a mild case of demodex mange which is clearing up
nicely with medication and will be ready for a new home in a couple of
weeks. If you would like to meet Toot please e-mail
lisa@bluedogrescue.com.
Hope you find your forever family soon, Toot! - Kathleen
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Francis Imagine letting your dog out on the side of
the highway. What do you think she would do? Do you think she would be
able to find water? Would she be able to use her wits & nose to find
enough to eat? Would she stay out of the road? Well, that is what
Francis did. She lived on the side of Highway 183 between Loyola &
Manor for at least 2 years. She was all alone and was smart enough and
obviously lucky enough to survive. Amazing huh? Francis, named after
her guardian angel St. Francis, is what we like to call an American
Brown Dog, which means it is hard to tell her lineage. We think she
might be a Lab/Beagle mix. She weighs about 40 pounds and is
approximately 4 years old. Since rescuing her, she has amazed us every
single day. This stoic girl likes to be petted and loves a good
scratching. She is great on lead and she is learning how to play.
Francis does have a few health issues that need to be addressed. She
has a limp and will need x-rays and surgery on one leg. She is
heartworm positive and needs treatment. And she needs to be spayed and
needs her teeth cleaned. She is scheduled for surgery next week.
Francis is an exceptional dog, who deserves to live a life of comfort
and a loving person/family to care for her. In her foster mom's
opinion, whoever adopts this exceptional girl will be very lucky. For
more info contact suzy@bluedogrescue.com.
Francis has started her heartworm treatment. She is doing well and she
will finish the treatment up the first weekend in June. I have learned
a few things since she has been staying with me. She is enjoying
living indoors, she loves going places, and she is fine with cats. I
suspect she used to belong to a homeless person - this would explain
her unflappable personality. She is a "go with the flow" girl!
Please consider donating via PayPal to help cover
Francis' care.
Francis has completed
her treatment for heartworms and is now in her resting phase. She come
thru the treatment with no problems and she is being a stellar
patient! She will have an evaluation of her hip in a few weeks. She is
anxious to move on to her "real" life with a new family or person of
her own.
Thanks to Marian for helping Francis.
Dear Francis, You are a very brave girl. Best of luck with your
upcoming medical treatments. - Ginger & Katy
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Traveling Bear
Traveling Bear's name says it all. He loves to travel, explore and
meet new friends. He had the pleasure of attending Eeyore's 45th
Birthday Party in Austin and had a blast. He had no problems
maneuvering through the crowds of people and dogs. He loved all the
attention he received and wagged his tail the whole time. He was the
life of the party! Traveling Bear has impeccable manners both inside
the home and out on a adventure. So if you are someone who enjoys
taking their dog to all the dog friendly events in Central Texas he
will fit right in.
Traveling Bear is a 5 year old, 80 pound, Shepherd mix. He is house
trained, crate trained, walks like a pro on leash and can sit on
command. He does require a home without cats. If you are looking for a
wonderful, well trained traveling buddy please e-mail
lisa@bluedogrescue.com.
Happy Mother's Day, Puppy Grandma!
Love, Angus + Dudley
In loving memory of Mary's sweet Lucy - Alex and Sue
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Bennie
OK, originally I was
looking for a family named “The Jets” so it could fit with my name
(Bennie and the Jets). But that has proved harder than expected and
now I’m willing to expand my horizons and accept applications from
families with other last names. I’m about 10-12 months old and a
German Shepherd mix. I have an outstanding knack with kiddos and know
how to act with kids of most ages (at least over 2). I actually
really enjoy them and will follow the kids from room to room if I’m
given the opportunity. I do have a lot of energy though and would
probably do best in a home with an active family going for daily walks
or runs and possibly with another dog that will enjoy playing with
me. I’m sweet as can be and know that sitting and looking at you with
my soulful, beautiful brown eyes will give me the attention I’m
looking for. I’m very motivated by attention and treats and should be
very easy to train. As I didn’t get much attention in my formative
years, a simple training class would be a lot of fun for me and
forever family. I’m about 50 lbs. and am full grown. If you have any
questions about me, please email his foster mom:
Kristin@bluedogrescue.com
Please consider donating via PayPal to help cover
Bennie's care.
Thanks, Amanda, for helping Bennie.
With love from Bee Bee.
Best wishes from Rod.
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Mamie
There she lay under a tree in the middle of nowhere, waiting
patiently. A good Samaritan noticed her while driving in to work, and
was quite surprised to see her under the very same tree that evening!
We don't know whether this girl was dumped, or how long she lay there
on her own, but Mamie was immediately grateful for kind words and a
big bowl of food. We were amazed that nobody was looking for this
sweet, well-behaved dog!
Unfortunately, Mamie had more obstacles to overcome. She had
heartworms that have been treated, and she’ll need to have a tooth or
two extracted in a couple of months, which Blue Dog will take care of.
Although she handles steps fine, plays fetch, and is happy to hop up
into the car for rides, Mamie's hips are quite arthritic on x-rays.
Since she doesn't seem painful, the vet thinks the best course of
action is to keep her on a joint supplement and administer pain meds
as needed rather than surgery. She's a very happy girl and will even
bounce around a bit when she's especially excited (like when her
foster mom gets home from work, or dinner is about to be served).
Mamie is a lovely, lovely old soul. She's patient with the puppies in
her foster home and adores attention. At around 8-9 years old, she's
no spring chicken, but she's still got a lot of life to live (and love
to give)! Everyone at the vet commented about what a good girl she
was. They didn't even have to sedate her for hip X-rays, which is very
uncommon; most dogs object strenuously to the awkward positions! Mamie
is a 60 pound female Black Lab, housetrained, good with cats and other
dogs. For more information on this sweetie, email
jenny@bluedogrescue.com.
Mamie is sponsored in honor of Bridget Tolany, wonderful dog
mother to Dubh and former Blue Dog, Cora. Happy Mother's Day! We
love you, Debbie, Brandon, Miles & Brooks
Thanks to Julie for supporting Blue Dog and Mamie.
Thanks to Sarah for helping Mamie.
Thanks to Robert T. for his donation.
In Memory of Lucy... Much Love - KT, Sue, Kelly, Shelley,
Michelle
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Mr. Pink What? You think a name like Mr. Pink is funny?
Well I've got news for you - I'm perfectly happy with it. I love
being Mr. Pink. In fact, I'm just happy. I like to run.
I like to play. I like to chase a toy or two. I'm about 2
years old and weigh just around 17 pounds. That makes me just
the right size - not too small, not too big. Best guess is that
I am a Chiba-Inu. That's Chihuahua and Shiba Inu. Or I
guess you could go with Shiba Chinu. Who cares? What
counts is that I'm awesome. Email my foster mom at
laura@bluedogrescue.com
for more info.
Kathleen says "You are precious, Mr. Pink."
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Puppies, Puppies, everywhere! Blue Dog is in need of quality
puppy food for all these new puppies. We try our best to keep
these little ones on high quality food, especially since we know many
of them haven't had the best start in life.
Blue Dog can take puppy food donations at any of our adoption
events. Thanks so much for your support.
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Wisdom
Are you stressed, over-worked and in need a of mental massage? Well
look no further, as Wisdom, is the answer to all your ailments. When
he sits next to you, and you gently stroke his head, all of your
worries fade away. When you look into his big, brown eyes you can see
he still has years of wisdom, left to share with you. He is an oasis
of peace, love and devotion.
Wisdom is a 9 year old, 103 pound Shepherd/Aussie mix. Yes, he's a big
guy but has very nice house manners, and is completely house trained.
He had a great visit with the vet and is in good shape. He loves to
spend his time laying around the yard under the shade tree's, will
occasionally join in for a romp with the other dogs and completely
ignores the cats. If you are looking for a well trained, loving, new
dog please e-mail
lisa@bluedogrescue.com.
In memory of Brandy and all the other sweet older dogs looking
for a forever home that realizes puppies don't have a monopoly on
wonderful.
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Buddy Boy
Buddy Boy is a sweet, 70 pound, one-year-old Black Mouth Cur mix. We
originally thought he was a Lab/possibly Great Dane or Mastiff mix,
until an interested web browser suggested that he might be a BMC,
which we had never heard of. After looking up that breed, sure enough,
he fits the description in looks and personality. He was found running
along a highway in the Austin area. Buddy Boy is a good natured,
sensitive, rather mellow fellow who will steal your heart. However, he
can also be rambunctious and playful. He loves other dogs and is
respectful of those that are not interested in playing. After just a
few short weeks, he is now crate trained, appears to be house trained,
and will sit for his dinner and/or treats. We are currently working on
the place command, in the house and recall training, which is going
well. Buddy Boy would love to settle into a forever home and be
someone’s faithful companion who will gather all your yard ornaments
into a nice pile for you. He would do best in a home with no cats and
with children 10 and older. He is neutered, micro-chipped, and current
on vaccinations. If you have any questions, please email me at
Kathleen@bluedogrescue.com.
A donation has been made in memory of Max Phan, a wonderful
Chow.
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Jack
This is the story of a boy who loves life. A boy like most young boys,
who likes to run and play. Although he is not your typical kid, he has
a lot in common with his human counterparts. This is Jack, a 1.5 year
old, purebred Peeler (Pit Bull/Heeler). Jack is smart and funny and is
very popular. Right now he is busy trying to figure out what electives
to sign up for in Middle School. He has narrowed it down to playing on
the football team, joining the wrestling team or taking up the drums
in the band. Jack is at the age when he still likes playing with the
younger pups and doesn't mind letting his buddies see his mommy kiss
him. He might be a little embarrassed though if the other boys knew he
likes to sleep with his head on mommy's lap.
Jack is impressionable, and he needs someone to keep him focused and
direct all of that canine brainpower. Jack would benefit from a good
role model. He would love to have an adult take him to a training
class and would probably excel at agility or frisbee. Jack is just the
boy to be a part of your "get-in-shape" New Year's resolution. He
would be an ideal running partner. Maybe you can help get him ready
for the
cross country team! Jack weighs 50 pounds; he is neutered, heartworm
negative and is current on vaccinations. Contact Missy for more info
at missy@bluedogrescue.com.
Todd and Teresa sponsor Jack in memory of Joe Fettig with
deepest sympathies to Megan.
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Weidman
Weidman is a very special guy that is looking for a very special home.
His foster mom found him next to her gate one evening after he had
been hit by a car. He had no sustaining injuries except for a broken
tail that needed to be amputated and now leaves him with a cute little
stub. He is very affectionate with people and would love to be a lap
dog, besides the fact that he weighs about 65 pounds.
Weidman would do best in a low to medium energy household that is
active outside the home with daily walks or runs and a family that has
the time and dedication to continue his training. Weidman loves
spending one-on-one time with his foster mom and working on his
skills: “sit”, “down”, “with me” (a controlled leash walk) and “place”
(staying on his dog bed until he is “freed” – we’re still working on
this one). Weidman needs direction and guidelines in his life and
thrives when he is sure of what to do. He doesn’t like making the
decisions for himself. He does love going for car rides and is always
ready for a good game of catch which can be simple rewards after a
training session.
Weidman needs to be in a home without cats and he would be happy to be
an only dog, though he could share his space with another dog that
would be a good role model for him. Weidman is an Australian
Shepherd/Heeler mix who is approximately 3 years old. He is house and
crate trained, current on vaccinations, current on flea and heartworm
preventative, microchipped, and neutered.
If you would like more information about Weidman, please contact
kristin@bluedogrescue.com.
Binks and Stella (former Blue Dog Vespa) wish Weidman a
"forever family".
To goofy Weidman! Here's wishing you a love-filled life
forever and ever! xoxo Cole and Lisa
For Weidman, in honor of Dakota. You'll find your forever home
soon!!
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Did you know?
A $25 donation will provide a basic vet exam and
vaccinations for 1 Blue Dog.
A $50 donation will provide a basic vet exam,
vaccinations, a fecal exam, and heartworm testing for 1 Blue Dog.
A $75 donation will provide a basic vet exam,
vaccinations, a fecal exam, heartworm testing, and heartworm and flea
preventative for 1 Blue Dog.
A $100 donation will provide a basic vet exam,
vaccinations, a fecal exam, heartworm testing, and spay or neuter 1 Blue Dog.
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Thomas Pinkerton
Meet Thomas Pinkerton, a
9-month-old pit bull mix puppy saved by the kindness of strangers. He
was found with his brother, abandoned on a Buda highway on a
104-degree July day. He was suffering from mange and malnutrition; his
paws were swollen from the scorching concrete. The woman, who stopped
to pick the brothers up, reports an 18-wheeler almost ran them over.
These sweet boys were close to death from dehydration and starvation
and the effects of demodectic mange. They had hardly any hair, they
were covered in sores and their skin was just hanging over their
bones.
Thomas and Patrick are completely different dogs now. They have
blossomed into sweet, happy puppies. Patrick was recently adopted. Now
it's Thomas' turn!
Thomas is a big, affectionate teddy bear. He loves other dogs. He is
likes to play and likes to lay on the couch. He would love to be
someone's lap dog. Thomas will probably weigh between 60-70 pounds
when he is full-grown. Thomas is neutered, current on vaccinations and
is on heartworm preventative. Contact missy for more information -
missy@bluedogrescue.com.
Merry Christmas to Suzanne from Careen
To the Pinkertons from Monkey...who knows what it feels like to
take the yucky tasting mange treatment!
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Glory Bee
Glory Bee, look at me I'm about as cute, as cute can be!!! Glory Bee
is full of personality, loves to be cuddled, and is very smart. She is
already sleeping through the night without an accident in her crate.
She loves food and treats, so training her will be a breeze. Glory Bee
is a three month old, ten pound Hound mix. She has started her puppy
vaccinations, had a good check up with the vet and is ready to find a
loving new home. Please e-mail
lisa@bluedogrescue.com for information on her.
Thanks to Chanuda and Scott for sponsoring Glory Bee.
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Molly Brown
Molly Brown is the littlest girl. She is little in size but big on
personality. Molly Brown is independant and very affectionate. Molly
Brown and her siblings were found in a box near a dumpster. Clearly
not trash, they are all sweet and very social. Molly Brown is about 7
weeks old and weighs around 3 pounds. If you would like more
information on Molly Brown, email
missy@bluedogrescue.com.
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Did you know: An unspayed female dog, her
mate, and all of their puppies and their puppies' puppies, if none are
ever spayed or neutered, can add up to over 12,000 dogs in 5 years!
Please - Don't litter - spay or neuter your pet.
Spread the word - encourage your friends and family to spay and
neuter. For information on low cost
spay and neuter in the Austin area, visit
Animal
Trustees of Austin.
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Jackpot
You don't have to travel to Las Vegas to find your Jackpot. Blue Dog
Rescue has one in foster care, just waiting to go home with you.
Jackpot had been staying at a vets office since the holidays, as he
was lost and no one ever showed up to claim him. He is in perfect
health, and neutered. He is 10 months old and weighs 35 pounds. He
will benefit from a obedience class, as he is very smart and treat
motivated. He has already mastered sit at his foster home in just a
few days. He loves to play and tug toys with other dogs but does
require a home without cats. If you are interested in winning a
Jackpot of a dog please e-mail
lisa@bluedogrescue.com.
3-10-08 I'm
off to training where I will be learning basic obedience, try out the
agility course and be ready for a new home in about 12 weeks. Please
e-mail my foster family as they can arrange a time for you to visit me
at school so I can show off everything I have learned.
3-29-08 A note from Jackpot's trainer: This week was a big week
for Jackpot. He began to learn agility and loves it. His specialty so
far is jumping. He not only clears the jumps but goes for style points
by hanging in the air or going over then sideways. we will be
continuing agility this week and we both are looking forward to it. We
also had our first test together this Friday. We had do sit for one
minute, lay down for three minutes, stay on his place bed for five
minuets, heel, sit at the door until told to go, and come to me when
called. Jackpot was perfect in all but the heeling, he decided he had
an itch halfway through which provided for some laughs from other
students and some instructors. Once he got the itch out of the way he
heeled good again.
In memory of my rescue girl, Blue, 1990-2007 - Terry.
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Sienna
I'm just the perfect shade of red, thus my name. My brother, Cayenne,
and I came from Town Lake Animal Center. They told us we were too
young to stay there, and luckily there was a spot in Blue Dog for the
two of us. I've started our puppy vaccinations, have been wormed, and
will be spayed just as soon as I'm a little older. My mom was a Golden
Retriever/Shepherd mix, and I should be a medium-sized dog when I am
full grown (45-50 pounds). While my brother is off exploring, I like
to find the nearest lap and snuggle up. My black eyeliner and mask
complement my soft red coat perfectly. I'm a little girl, about eight
weeks old and five pounds as of 5/15. For more information, email my
foster mom at
jenny@bluedogrescue.com.
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Burrito Bob
Hey, You looking at me? Well right back at you. I want to be your new
best friend. I want you to play with me, take me for walks and scratch
me behind my ears. It's my favorite spot! I keep watching all the
fluffy, little puppies get adopted and go to new homes. While here I
sit week after week waiting for you. What's the deal? What are you
waiting for? I'm ready to start my life with you.
I am a 5 month old, 31 pound Pit Bull/Basset Mix. I'm a really smart
puppy as I'm working hard on my house training and I almost have it
down. I'm also crate trained, healthy, micro chipped and walk great on
a leash. I love to play with any size dog and cats are okay too.
Please send a e-mail to
lisa@bluedogrescue.com so you can meet me.
Glad you're safe and warm now, BB.
- Kathleen
Thanks to Tina for helping the Burrito.
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The next time you see a stray dog rummaging through the garbage or
sitting on the side of the road, take the time to make the phone call
that may save that animal's life. We hear from well-meaning people all
the time who didn't call animal control to pick up a stray because
they were worried about the possibility of euthanasia. However, the
hazards of living on the streets, dodging cars, starving or being
injured are far greater. Not to mention, a family may be desperately
searching for their companion, and the city shelter offers the best
chance at a reunion. In Austin, call 311, and be prepared to offer
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visit the More Dogs page - referral dogs that
need to find good homes |
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