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Kenny Chesney's Story
ABTR Kenny puppy with prolapsed rectum and eye issues!
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Last Update 5/20/13
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ABTR Moontini puppy with facial growths and skin issues!
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Last Update 5/6/13
Story: Pumpkin Spice the Momma dog and Puppies
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Last Update 11/25/12
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Neglected Pregnant Momma
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Last Update 4/23/13
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HIT BY CAR!
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Last Update 4/23/13
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Last Update 4/24/13
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The Legacy - Author Unknown
When humans die,
they make a will
To leave their homes
and all they have
to those they love.
I, too, would make a will
if I could write.
To some poor wistful, lonely stray
I leave my happy home,
My dish, my cosy bed,
my cushioned chair, my toy.
The well loved lap,
the gentle stroking hand,
the loving voice,
The place I made in someone's heart,
The love that at the last could help me to
a peaceful painless end
Held in loving arms.
If I should die, Oh do not say,
"No more a pet I'll have,
to grieve me by it's loss"
Seek out some lonely, unloved dog
And give my place to him.
This is the legacy I leave behind -
'tis all I have to give.
Do I Go Home Today - Sandi Thompson
My family brought me home cradled in their arms.
They cuddled me and smiled at me, and said I was full of charm.
They played with me and laughed with me, they showered me with toys.
I sure do love my family especially the girls and boys.
The children loved to feed me, they gave me special treats.
They even let me sleep with them all snuggled in the sheets.
I used to go for walks, often several times a day.
They even fought to hold my leash, I'm very proud to say.
These are things I'll never forget a cherished memory.
I now live in a shelter without my family.
They used to laugh and praise me when I played with that old shoe.
But I didn't know the difference between the old ones and the new.
The kids and I would grab a rag for hours we would tug.
So I thought I did the right thing when I chewed the bathroom rug.
They said that I was out of control, and would have to live outside.
This I did not understand although I tried and tried.
The walks stopped, one by one; they said they hadn't time.
I wish that I could change things, I wish I knew my crime.
My life became so lonely, in the back yard on a chain.
I barked and barked all day long to keep from going insane.
So they brought me to the shelter but were embarrassed to say why.
They said I caused an allergy, and then, kissed me goodbye.
If I'd only had some classes, as a little pup
I wouldn't have been so hard to handle when I was all grown up.
"You only have one day left," I heard the worker say.
Does this mean a second chance? Do I go home today?
 A Stanley Road Sunset Boston Terrier
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More information:  Older fellow. Foster likes him and says he is a good dog. Will know more later. | |||
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 Abbey Cocktail Boston
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 Abbi's Tropical Delight Boston
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More information:  Jim's note: Picked up this girl at the Burleson shelter.Her name at the shelter was Ruby, though of course that has now changed to Abbi's Tropical Delight. Abbi does seem to suit her well.She was shedding quite a lot, as you can see in the photos, and her coat is rather dull, so she needs some quality food and nutrition to look her best. She does have the cutest corkscrew tail and her whole hind end wriggles with happiness when you pay her attention. The good news is that she's heartworm negative - yay!. She seems to be an adult, I would guess in the 3 to 4 range, but of course defer to the experts for a better estimation. I had left the male from Waco loose in the car, so I crated the girl. That was a mistake. She was NOT happy to be in that crate and did her best screeching monkey impression for quite a spell. I should have crated the mellow male and left her loose, where I'm sure she'd be a great co-pilot. Not sure if she's anti-crate generally, or if it was just the upheaval of going from a shelter situation to a small crate so soon. Leighann's note: I transported the burleson girl after an exchange with Jim. She was a bit nervous in the car, but if had a hand on her, she was fine. She looks like she's been bred few times. Long toenails, almost bald hiney. She does not like the crate! Period! She will hollar and make it known. She has an underbite and her front bottom teeth have lots of character. Wanda's note: Abbi is a darling. Poor baby has a naked butt probably from flea or food allergies as she was still scratching when she got here. But being on a grainfree food and having her trifexis so she is flea free has stopped the scratching thank goodness! She is good with the other dogs and loves attention. she is sweet as can be. She wants to make you happy. Abbi goes in and out the doggie door like a pro. This is a very nice dog and her hair on her butt should grow back in about 2 or 3 months. You will love her. | |||
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 Aberdeen Angus Boston
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More information:  This boy was owner surrendered to the Waco humane society along with his 3 mixed breed puppies. They were surrendered because "they couldn't afford them". This poor boy had a cherry eye, but that has been taken care of. Angus is very affectionate and wants to please. He is a nice guy who deserves someone to love him for who he is and not how he looks. He learns fast and knows his new name. He can be a bit pushy for some dogs, but does seem to be ok with most dogs he has met so far. | |||
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 Alabazam Boston
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More information:  This boy was a stray at the Little Elm shelter and no one came looking for him. Which is a great pity as he is a wonderful dog. As you can see in the pix that Alabazam is good with other dogs. To me he looks like he is saying oh yuck boxer kisses. Zam is good in the crate and likes to ride in the car. He is well behaved and loves attention. He seems to be housebroken to the doggie door. Zam has a bit longer nose than most Bostons, but he is still a good looking dog. He has a very glossy black coat. Someone must have loved him because he was well fed and not heartworm positive. This boy has a nice personality. He is not bouncing off the wall and I consider him fairly laid back for a Boston. Zam loves attention and is just a good boy needing a place to call home. | |||
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 Aladdin Sane Boston
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More information:  Wanda's note: Aladdin was caught in a live trap out in the country and taken to the shelter. Skin and hair issues are looking better. Laddie's foster Mom, Martha says: I call him Laddie or Smidge. Laddie is young and active and still acts very puppyish. One of his favorite games is to wrestle with my hand and arm. For a smaller Boston he has a great deal of stamina and shows no fear when playing with my rough and tumble Rocky. He enjoys going with us on our daily mile walk; though he HATES it when the leash catches on his stubby little tail and he will stop cold and try to bite the leash. I suspect that Aladdin has been on walks before he came to foster care as someone has taught him to sit when we stop at corners to check for traffic. Laddie quickly learned to sit for treats and especially likes the little pieces of turkey hotdog I hid his medication in when he first came to stay with me. Laddie will de-stuff a soft toy almost as fast as Rocky does. He does love the fleece (unstuffed)toy I bought and plays tug with it as well as with the long fleece braid. Laddie growls and growls and it sounds like war but it just means the boys are playing. Laddie plays with the hard rubber pull and chew toys and really enjoys a hoof or antler to chew on. Laddie has learned to use the doggie door into the back yard and to do his bathroom business outside and not inside. Laddie now sleeps through the night and wants to sleep lying against my legs. First thing in the morning I walk him to the doggie door and tell him OUT. Like any kid, if it is wet he’ll try to come back in, but I stand by the door and watch to make sure that he takes care of his business. Laddie is VERY vocal and will talk to Rocky if he has a toy that Laddie has decided is his. If you tell him NO he’ll lower his bark and it sound like he is talking back to you. If you are looking for an active, happy BT and have time to play with and walk him Aladdin is the boy for you. He really enjoys being with other dogs and will invite them to play. | |||
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 Albermarle Fizz Yorkie
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More information:  Puppy fell from 3rd story balcony. Lucky to be alive. Broke her left leg in the growth plate in the knee. Currently at ABTR's Vets office. ER fees were $501 with just xrays, pain meds and care. After xrays showed she was not as severly injured as we had feared, I opted to have them minister to the pain so that I could take her to my vet for treatment and not pay the high costs of a ER vet for the same work my vet can do. UPDATE: Her name was Marley (who names a girl dog Marley after the old fart ghost in Scrooge?Sheesh.) and we already have a Marley here so I changed it to Albermarle Fizz, that is much more feminine in my opinion. She is 9 months old and weighs a whole 6.6 lbs. She fell from a 3rd floor balcony. She was lucky that she didn’t break her neck or her back and die instantly. She has been doped to the gills all weekend. I dropped her at Dr. Cindy’s today. She has a really bad break in the knee on the left side where it is almost impossible to anchor anything to in the growth plate and her little bones were so tiny that putting a pin in it might bust up the bone more than it already is. Dr. Cindy says she will refer to a specialist so they could put a plate in if we want her to, but the outcome would probably be pretty much the same as what it might be if we splinted it instead and she would have all the pain from the surgery to go through. It is just a bad break in a very bad place. There are 3 possible outcomes whether we do surgery on the leg or not, she can regain all her mobility and the leg operate like normal, she can have limited mobility with her leg being slightly stiff, or the joint can freezup and the leg can go totally stiff. So… I told her I wanted to do the splint with pain meds instead of taking her to the specialist and having surgery done on the poor lil thang. Sometimes surgery is not the best way to go in my opinion and they will heal up better without it. We have done surgery on legs/hips where the dog was worse off after surgery than before it with the bone broken. Where this is, I think that it will heal ok as it is one line break and not multiple fracturs all with more than one break in the area like what our little girl who got hit by a car had and she really needed surgery. Our lil girl is not happy with her cast/splint and she doesn't do a lot of walking, but she doesn't need to be moving the leg so we are letting her take it easy for now. I do have an adopter interested in this little one when she gets well. Thank you. | |||
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 Angel's Delight Boston
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More information:  Angel is a sweetheart of a dog. She is not too pushy, but she loves to get attention. Angel is smart too cause she has already learned her name and knows go in there, sit and come. She does have demodex which is NOT contagious where she has hair loss. She is taking amoxi and ivomectin for the demodex and hopefully, we will have that cleared up before too long. As you can see in the first pix when we first got her she was red as fire, but now she is more pinkish as shown in the 2nd and 3rd pix. The longer she is on her meds, the better she will look and when her hair comes back in in a few months she will be GOREGOUS!!! She has been spayed. If you adopt her, then I think you will be very happy with her. She is a small girl who gets along with the other dogs well. She is very square built like a Boston should be too. I think she is a very pretty dog even though she has some hair loss. That will come back over time. and then she will wow your socks off. FOSTERED by Jennifer K Update by Jennifer 3/13 - Hi there! My name is Angel. I'm here to steal your heart. I'm a petite little gal at only 14lbs, but I make up for my little size with loads of personality. Looking for a lap dog? That's me. I'd love nothing more than to sit on your lap while you watch TV or browse the Internet. Speaking of TV, I love to watch TV (or at least that is what my foster Mom says it looks like I'm doing!) & bark at the dogs in commercials. I'd love to find a family that loves to play with a little dog like me. I love to play fetch &tug with my braided fleece toy. I enjoy staying busy on my own with a nylabone or a peanut butter filled kong. I love to hang out with the other dogs in my foster home. My foster sister, Dottie, and I sunbathe anytime we get a chance. I also cuddle up with her and my foster brother, Winston, when we lounge during the day. I'm eager to please and if I do something wrong, I flip over on my back to tell you how sorry I am. I need some patience to learn you and your routine, but I am quick to pick up on the way things in your house. I know the sit command and I'm learning how to do some tricks too! Maybe we can meet and I can show you? Paws & Bostie kisses, Angel | |||
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 Antoine's Special Boston
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More information:  This is a wonderfully sweet boy that the shelter contacted me about because he has a lump on his left rear leg. When I saw the photos from the shetler I couldn't say no to him. Look at those eyes! He knows how to work them too. We will get him into Dr. Cindy to see what she says about his lump. We will probably have it removed and he will be good to go. So far with the other dogs he has been great. he is very gentle taking food from my fingers. He is a calm, quiet boy that just wants to be loved. Tony is not the typical gorgeous small short nosed Boston as he has the longer legs and nose of the badly bred babies. But he has that wonderful gentle personality that we all look for in our Bostons. This is one nice fellow and once we get him vetted up, I know that someone is gonna be thrilled to be called this boys family. 5.10.2012 - Tony will get his final heartworm treatment on Monday the 15th and will be fully vetted and ready to adopt. The lump was removed and his leg now looks normal. with the hair growing in. Over the month that I have had him, I have discovered what a great dog he is. He is not a crazy bouncing all over the place dog, but does have energy to play and run. He calms down quickly and will lay in his dog bed like a good boy. Tony knows how to sit, stay, settle and come. He really wants to please his person. Tony enjoys playing with his doggie buddies. He also loves to go for a ride and likes to chase the outside cats. Tony is a very affectionate, happy, good dog who likes toys and deserves someone to love and spoil him. | |||
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Arkansas HSUS seizure dogs Bostons
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More information: URGENT**** URGENT****URGENT Rob has finished our page for these babies with details. ARKANSAS HSUS STORY There are 9 dogs total instead of 10. 4 females and one male. Our php program autoloads the spayed/neutered, updated on shots because all dogs are spayed and neutered and updated on shots before they are adopted out and if I don't select gender it will say male. So please disregard that. UPDATE: 9/23/10 Orange Velvet, Orange Tic Tac, Orange Truffle Mocah and Orange Oscar are all vetted and ready to be adopted. I will try and get them updated soon. Orange Safari, Orange Jeff and Orange Surprise went on the transport this week to our sister rescue FOHA. So if you are interested in those 3, please contact them for adoption information. UPDATE: 9/10/10 - We have several of these babies vetted and ready for adoption. Orange Kiss and Orange Rumbler have been adopted. Orange Oscar and Orange Truffle Mocha who are both very sweet friendly dogs were vetted yestereday. So they are ready to be adopted. See their pix by clicking on the see dogs here on the page at the link above. Orange Jeff and Orange Safari were vetted earlier in the week and I will adopt them out to the right person, but both of these are scared little boys and will need someone who is willing to work with them to socialize and learn to be loving dogs. Orange TicTac and Orange Velvet need to be spay/neutered next week, then they will be ready to go. Orange Surprise was just spayed, but she had a bit of a complication and is oozy so we are not gonna put her up yet for adoption yet as I want to watch her and be sure that all will be well with her. So if you want to help and adopt one of these sweet seized by the law babies, please put in your app!!!! WE NEED DONATIONS!!! WE have been taking in 6 to 10 dogs a week for months and our vet bill is sky high. Our adoption donations are not covering it. Please, donate!!! | |||
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 Bakkus Boston
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More information:  Elaine's note to me about this boy, does she know me or what? QUOTE: Here is the poor old senior that is a stray at TLAC today. I took him a sweater (figured he would not care if it was pink) since it is pretty cold here now. He appears to be blind (eyes are dried out and he bumps into things occasionally) and perhaps deaf. He also has a tumor on the abdomen next to his penis. Wanda, I assume we are taking him? This is what Jim has to say about Bakkus, QUOTE: Bakkus is the poor old gent who is very skinny, has darling frosty brows, bad sniffles and sneezes, and has the bad eyes and probably hard of hearing or deaf. He rode shotgun with me and was such a sweet companion. He liked having his ears scratched and basically napped and viewed scenery the whole way. Wanda's notes: This poor skinny old man was a stray! Who the heck would let their sweet OLD man in this shape out to wander around by himself in the cold? ARRRGHHH!!! I think he is older than the 10 years that the shelter put on his paperwork. I think he is 12-14. Right now he is not in good enough shape for me to have Dr. Cindy do any kind of surgery on him. He is pretty much blind, might be able to see shadows as he does manage to get up on the foot stool and into the dog beds alright. I am not sure about his hearing sometimes I think he is deaf and others I think he can hear me. This old boy is rickety and not in good shape. He came in sick and we are trying to get that under control. I am making him comfortable, medicating him and giving him attention. I am not going to put this old man through surgery for the tumor unless he gains some weight and looks much better than he does as right now I honestly don't think that he is in good enough shape to survive the surgery. He looks better in the pix due to the sweater than he does in real life. So, we are not subjecting him to a bunch of tests until he gains a bit of weight as he has the old man skinnies. Unfortunatley, not many folks want to adopt an old dog who just wants to sleep, eat and get a bit of attention so I imagine he will be with me until he passes. ABTR will still need donations for his care until he either passes or he gains some weight and we can put him into surgery with the expectation that he will actually survive the surgery. Right now I am trying to get him over the snots which is out first priority. | |||
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 Batman Boston
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More information:  This boy came from the Austin shelter with no history. They named him Batman as the shelter. I guess because of his ears. I haven't had a Batman and it was a drink name so I kept it. Here is what Elaine has to say about him, quote: Batman (knows his name) was not aggressive when I tested him at AAS. I've been keeping him crated and letting him out separately from my crew. He does fine in the crate. His eyes are reddish so I'm using Genteal to see if it helps. Wanda's notes: This is a gorgeous dog. He has the most beautiful coat. He does have a little pink around his nose which may be sun or allergies. When he came in to us, his eyes had a slight discharge that seems to be allergy related, which has cleared up. Batman was very happy to run in the yard as you can see in the pix. He is a young fellow who with a bit of training will make someone a good friend. He has a great personality and wants to please you. Batman has the potential to become a great dog with someone who loves him. | |||
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 Be Sweet Boston Boxer Mix - BOXTON a Designer dog
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More information:  I got a plea from my friend Ginger the ACO at Fort Worth stating, QUOTE: The one that needs rescued most might be a mix, I just can't tell on this one. She is getting a URI. END OF QUOTEAt this time, ABTR is not taking mixes, but when Ginger knows that and still asks me to take a mix, generally that means it is a REALLY good dog and deserves to be rescued. When I picked her up, you could tell she was so happy to be getting out of there and she just pranced along on the leash with Ginger. She rode well on the way home in the crate, not a peep out of her. Once we were home, she greeted the other dogs like long lost friends and settled in as if she had always been here. I named her Be Sweet as she is a sweetheart. I am calling her Sweetie cause that is what she is. Sweetie loves to lay at my feet when I am on the computer and she makes a great foot warmer. I rub my feel all along her belly and she just loves the attention. Sweetie follows me everywhere and is always happy for a pet or any kind of attention. She will come if she is 2 foot away and you say Sweetie. Her one bad habit is she does rear up on you, but she is getting better about that cause I tell her "off", push her feet down and ignore her. She then just bumps up against my leg hoping for attention. This poor girl is in sad shape, I am guessing she should weighs around 33-35 lbs as she is skinny. She was in heat when I picked her up so we had to wait for that to go away for her to be spayed. Sweetie looks like a Boston with a long square nose. She is a pretty dog on the inside as well as the outside. If you are looking for a more substansial, very loving Boston, then Sweetie is the one for you. | |||
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 BEAU MILLER Boston
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More information:  This man started looking for a good place for his Beau as soon as he knew he would have to go to a nursing home. He had a rescue friend who put him in touch with ABTR about 6-8 months ago before ABTR stopped taking owner surrenders. At that time, I told him I would take his dog after he was accepted to his nursing home. I knew he would be heartbroken when he had to let his dog go and if he was at home alone until he had to go to the nursing home it would depress him, so I told him we would wait and take him when the plans for the move were finalized. This way the dog got to stay with his Daddy as long as possible. The nursing home just now accepted him. How is that for service? Since I said I would take him months ago, I took his dog even though we are NOT taking owner surrenders at this time. Here is what Martha Beau's foster momma has to say, QUOTE: Beau is an owner surrender Boston male. He comes to ABTR with some vet records. Beau’s birth date is 2/16/2004 so he will be 7 years old on his next birthday. On his last vet visit he weighed 31 lbs. He is well muscled and looks just great. When I spoke to Mr. Miller yesterday told me that they have had Beau since he was a puppy. He also said that Beau is high energy and will jump on me when we first meet, and that Beau has not had any interaction with other dogs and may not do well with them. Beau is used to being top dog in his household. Beau is not used to children. I picked up Beau this morning, he did indeed jump on me and bark but quickly came around for pets and some play with his ball. I spent some time with the Miller’s (father and son) and let his owner take time to say good bye. Mr. Miller is moving to an assisted care facility and they do not allow pets. Beau did a little console surfing on the drive home and had whined some. He explored the garage and did very well meeting Bongo and Ginger. No aggression at all. Ginger is being her normal alpha female pain in the rear but she is coming around. Beau is absolutely beautiful and is going to make someone a very nice family member. I think he will do well with older children. UPDATE: So for it is looking good for me to foster him. He is up to date on his shots and doesn't get aggressive when Ginger pushes him around. I ran home for lunch to check on things and he even tried to steal a toy from HRH when I was throwing toys for the dogs. My roommate Phil really really likes him. Phil had moved Beau's bed into his room so Beau could nap without being bothered by HRH, probably not necessary as Ginger usually retires to my bed when I'm not home, but heck... I'm not going to discourage him. Beau is very well mannered. So far Beau hasn't eaten anything. I'll try to feed him the Beneful that was given to me in his own bowl tonight. I can't leave it out as I once tried the soft version for Ginger and it made her throw up. UPDATE: Mr. Miller gave me Beau's food bowl, so when I fed everyone last night I used the old plastic bowl for Beau was familiar with and put the soft food in the water side and his Beneful in the other side. He ate all the soft food first and then ate about 1/2 the Beneful. Mr. Miller said he was used to eating only once a day about supper time. Since my schedule is so different from his, Beau is being offered food about 11am and about 10 pm. And now that Buddy is gone the crunchies are out all day long again. Beau is eating and drinking. Beau learned this morning that if you hesitate to eat the treat you are offered someone else (Bongo) will swoop in and eat it for you. The second treat I offered got taken right away and not dropped onto the floor to be looked at. Beau is sporting a lavender fleece wrap this morning; Ginger's velcro under the belly ones are the only ones that fit this husky boy. Bud's DGG size Med fleeces are too small for him.. He is a well muscled big boy. And an absolute doll. Update: Beau snapped at the vet .... he did very well with the vet techs with blood drawing and fecal and with getting microchipped and shots, let the vet look into his ears and mouth. But after it was all over and he was on the floor he snapped at the vet when she bent down to pet him. It was probably extreme stress and the fact that she reached down toward the top of his head. She left the room and came back a couple of times and he never snapped again but acted head shy... I'd say NO children as they can be stressful. I'd noticed in the past that if I was standing up and reached down over him to pet his head he'd pull away but he never snapped. (I asked Phil and he said he'd never snapped at him either) Beau seems fine if I pet his head when seated or at his level. He also growls when I pick him up to either put him on the bed or take him off of it. He did that when I put him up on the table the second time.... I've been picking him up often to get him used to it. I suspect that Mr. Miller never picked him up (he is heavy) so he isn't used to being touched that way. I've also been touching him all over whenever I can to get him used to that too. The vet also mentioned that his fur is very sparse on the back of his legs and along his sides. She said it could be thyroid or nutrition. I told her what he'd been eating (beneful) and that I had him transitioned over to TOTW... she said it was really too soon to tell. Wanda's note: I would like to place Beau in an adult home that understands that he lived with an elderly gentleman his whole life and may have a few quirks. NOTE: be careful at the vet and the over the head touch is an issue a lot of dogs are weird about. | |||
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 BEAUTIFUL LADY Boston
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More information:  I got a call from a all breed rescue group asking me if I would take an owner surrender or the owners were gonna take this dog and dump it at the shelter the next day cause they were MOVING! What a stupid reason to get rid of a dog, especially this dog as she is WONDERFUL! Lady was raised with kids and the owner had a 3 year old and a 7 year old. The owner said Lady was good with all the kids she had been around. Lady is a well behaved housebroken girl. She does have a touch of separation anxiety and will cry at the gate. She was very interested in cats when she first got here as she hadn't been around any so I put her down as no cats. But she likes my husband and he has the cats back in his area of the house so she has gotten used to them and sleeps up on his bed with them. So she is ok with our cats who are not afraid of dogs. Lady knows how to sit and is very responsive to what you want her to do. She knows stay, come and loves to go for rides. She is a very nice dog who had an owner that didn't love her enough to keep her. Lady's adopter is gonna be very pleased with this sweetheart. | |||
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 Bellini Martini Boston
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More information:  This is Bellini Martini a sweet timid little female Boston with the most gorgeous face. She was found in Fort Worth by a kind gentleman who put up flyers, registered her being found with the shelters down there and no one came to claim her. The gentleman was quite upset that he couldn’t find her puppies, but … after looking for them for hours he had to give up. He asked if we could help her. Naturally I said yes. Bellini is good with other dogs and good with cats as well. She pretty much ignored them when placed in the room with them. She is a timid little girl and will hide out under something until she feels safe. Then she will come out for a little attention. I feel the best household for this girl is a very quiet one without much hubbub. She loves to get petted and explore the yard. With the right owner this little one will earn her place within her people’s heart. She is about 1-3 years old, 18-20 lbs and is just a gorgeous girl. | |||
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 Bernardo Boston
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More information:  This boy came from Austin with no history. He seems to be a very sweet boy who wants attention. Bernie loves to run and play. He is responsive to your voice. He seems like he is gonna be a good boy. He is good in a crate and doesn't cry. Bernie loves to ride and go with his person. He has the cutest little Elvis lip. His teeth don't show but one side of his lip goes up slightly when you are looking at him. I think that is too cute. NO CATS! Bernie wants to chase the cats so that is something you will have to watch when you are walking him cause he sees a cat and he is ready to chase after the kitty. This boy loves his people. Give him attention and he is in dog heaven. I think that if he got a owner who took him to some obedience classes that this boy could shine like no other. he would make his person proud and glad to have invested the time in expanding his education. FOSTERED by Mary P | |||
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 Bertiebreezer Boston
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More information:  Why this boy's owners did not come for him, I have no idea. This is one of the most gorgeous dogs I have ever seen. He has been well cared for as he is not skinny like so many we get into our rescue. HE is loving and well behaved. Bertie acts like he has been my dog forever. Came out of the shelter as if he was my best friend and hopped right in the van as if he had done it all the time. He hopped right in the crate and was a very good boy. He is good with the outside cats that don't run, but if the other dogs start chasing he is gonna chase after them too. So he can go either way on cats. Bertie just wants to please you. He will hop right up in your lap and cuddle. He is a very nice dog and whoever gets him are going to think they hit the jackpot cause they did. This dog is GREAT! | |||
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 Bess Boston/Boxer Mix -designer dog name Boxton
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More information:  Back in September we got this sweet Boxton from the Fort Worth Shelter. She was a stray and in fairly rough shape as you can see by the first 2 photos. Her coat was dull, she was thin and had hair loss from neglect and fleas.I was very smitten with her and decided not to put her on the webpages until I got her all well and looking good just in case I wanted to keep her as I LOVE this mix of my 2 favorite breeds. As you can tell she is black like a Boston and not quite as big as a Boxer. She has the boston back legs and the shorter Boston nose instead of the Boxers, but other than that she looks just like a small black boxer. AS you can see by the last photo Bess has gained weight, her coat is nice and shiny as well as filled back in. Bess is a really nice dog who loves to play with my Boxer Teddy. She can be a little rough playing with very small dogs, so she should go with a dog more her size. NO CATS for her as she likes to chase them and might would hurt one. Bess loves attention although you can tell that at one point in her life someone was mean to her. She is sensitive, when she hears no she stops what she is doing, scrunches down and backs off. She is smart too. When I got her she had no manners and was not housebroken. She now knows how to go out the doggie door and I haven't found a boxer pile in the house in months. She learned how to sit for treats. She is a little slow on sit, but she does sit if you got a treat in your hand and say Bess sit. Bess wants to please you. If you are looking for a nice dog that combines Boxer and Boston, this is the girl for you. | |||
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 Bizou French Bulldog
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More information:  This is what my volunteer who picked her up has to say about her, QUOTE: ? I can tell you again what I know. I was told she will not pee unless she is UNDER something. Coffee table, building etc. I was told the person felt it was because she lived under a house. My guess, because she came from a breeder who likely kept her in a kennel. I can tell you that a bath with cool water and cortisone shampoo and being in a very cool room, stopped her from scratching for hours. I have cortisone lotion for our Bostons who are itchy but she had so many open sores I was afraid to use it on her . The shampoo was the only medicated thing she had with me. I found out she was taken home by an ACO there who takes pretty dogs when she wants one and then takes them back when she feels like it. She took the dog home for 4 months. One of the other ACO's went by her house and saw the dog living outside! and saw her skin. She was living much of the time outside so says because she was not house trained. She fussed about her condition and she ended up asking Bret to take her. He kept her for a month and did not take her to a vet! This baby will blossom with some decent care. Thank God she is an ABTR baby now. She is a good girl. Just keep her very cool. Give her lots of love. She is a lover. 1. She was living outside UNDER a house. (over 4 months that I KNOW of) It is very hot here now. Over 90 degrees. 2. She had fleas. Quite a bit of them but not the worse case I've seen. 3. She was eating low cost food. (had Blue Buffalo here) 4. She had NO vet care for at least 6 month but probably longer. 5. She has had too many pups 6. She is pure bred. 7.She has had at least 3 different homes and was at the pound for a time in the last 6 months!!! Then my house one day and now with you. She has got to be so confused. END OF QUOTE Wanda's notes: Everyone that has met this sweet baby has fallen in love with her dispite her condition. Our volunteer Jim wanted to foster her so I sent her on home with him when I met him to pick up the other 5 dogs that were incoming on the transport with her. After Jim gets her vetted he will provide more info on her. She will be with us at least 2 months if not more due to her condition. Thanks. | |||
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 Black Mozart Sparkler Boston
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More information:  This gorgeous boy came from teh Austin shelter. He is heartworm positive per the shelter and we will retest and start heartworm treatment. He was just too pretty to have a regular name so I named him Black Mozart Sparkler. This boy loves to run and I have several photos of him that I labled Superdog and Superdog rides again. All 4 legs are stretched out and he is off the ground. He can move. He is a sweet boy and once he runs his energy off, he is ready for some loving. This is a nice boy and with a little effort on someone;s part, I bet he would make a great agility or obedience dog. Mozart wants to please! | |||
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 Black Suede Boston
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More information:  This Gorgeous boy was a stray at the North Richland Hills shelter. I can't believe that his people did not come looking for him. When I got him out of the kennel he walked nicely on the leash and didn't try to pull me down getting out of there like I knew he wanted to. He had been bouncing all over the gate when I walked by, pick me, pick me, get me out of here but not barking actling like a fool like some dogs do. I walked him out and we had a photo session. He sat nicely and just was a beautiful subject with the sun shining off his glossy black coat. He has good muscle tone and you can tell the boy has been well cared for which is why I just can't understand why no one came looking for him. I decided to name him Black Suede. He knows how to sit, likes to ride in the car and is right at my side whenever I move. Suede jumped right up in bed with me and settled down like he has been part of my family for years. When I got up in the middle of the night, he got up with me and made sure I was ok. This is a really nice dog who seems to think he is my dog now. It is gonna be really hard to let him go. So... you are gonna have to be extra special to get Suede. | |||
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 Black Tartan Boston
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More information:  The first pix melted my heart and I just had to get him out of that shelter. | |||
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 BlackJack Boston
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More information:  This boy was a stray. He was found wandering. He had a microchip or a name on his collar and the Animal Shelter called his owners. They said that they would get him on a certain day and they didn't show up. Jennifer called the day after they were suppose to get him and he was still there. They "forgot" to go get him!! He was to be picked up in a few days. The Shelter told Jennifer we could have him if they "forgot" again. That is how we got him. No one came to claim him. Poor boy! BlackJack is the sweetest dog. He lives for attention and wants to please. He was good with my volunteer who picked him up in Abilene and temp fostered him for a few days toddler. So this boy is ok with kids. Jennifer says he seemsed to be housebroken at her house as well. Jack seems to have allergies as his eyes get red when he gets outside and plays. We are giving him Benydryl for the allergies. Jack is a gentle boy who wants to get along and loves to go for rides. he likes to play with toys and is just a very good boy. He is long and lanky. This boy is just happy to be alive and get attention. He will make a great companion for someone. | |||
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 Blarney Stone Cocktail Boston
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More information:  One of my volunteers got this request from the ACO at the City of Corsicana animal control, stating, QUOTE: I have had another Boston Terrier brought to me that I would like some help with getting a good home for if you can. This guy is one year old and is a loving and devoted dog. His owners had to turn him in to us because they had to move, and the only apartments that they could find would not allow them to have a dog. He is house broke, and good with children and other animals. Please let me know if you can help with him too. END of QUOTEHe didn't take a real good photo at the shelter or here. He looks a lot better than the photos. He is a pretty boy and has one of those back ends that wag from the shoulders back. He also grins at you. Blarney has one of the glossiest coats I have seen on an incoming dog in a long time. He has been well cared for. I will try and get some decent pix and get them up soon. He will go to the vet next week. | |||
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 Blow Blue Bubbles Boston
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More information:  This little one was owner surrendered to the animal shelter because she puked and they didn't want to spend the money to take her to th vet. So far, she hasn't what I call thrown up with me, but has eaten like she has never been fed enough to get full. She does however do the Boston urps, where she will urp up a few kibbles in some water after she runs around a bit. This is due to the short nose and trachea combined, not because she is sick.She is very thin and extremely frightened. ACO called us because she was scared and very nippy in a crate so wouldn't get adopted from the Animal Shelter. Once I got her out of the crate Bubbles wasn't trying to bite me, just shook like a leaf. It took her a few days to warm up to me and she is still fairly timid. I don't know how much human interaction she had before we got her, but I don't think she was ever taken anywhere to be socialized as everything frightens her. She can get on the bed going up the ramp, but cannot get off the bed as she is afraid to go down the ramp. This is a little one that is gonna need a lot of TLC. I am not going to place her in a family with small children. She needs a quiet household. Bubbles will make a good lap baby for someone. She wants to please, but just needs some confidence. I would suggest a obedience class as that helps to build confidence. Update 12/11/11 - Bubbles has come out of her shell and is a very friendly and loving girl. She was just freaked out by the shelter experience. This is a BEAUTIFUL little girl who gets on well with the other dogs and will make someone a great pet. | |||
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 Blue Blazer Boston
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More information:  Blue Blazer was adopted in 2010 and has been returned to us due to a divorce situation. He will be going to the vet on Monday to have his shots updated and heartworm test so he should be ready to go next week. Martha is fostering him. From Foster Mom Martha QUOTE: I fostered Blue just less than 2 years ago when he first came to ABTR in August 2010. He was a skinny youngster. He is now about 3 years old, a chunky boy who is a little more laid back, a little more of a cuddle bug but still VERY ready to play with my Rocky. Blue is well muscled and enjoys going on long walks to the park or just around the neighborhood. He pulls a little bit when very interested in something but otherwise does well walking in a harness. Blue is a lap buddy and at 26.8 pounds a little heavy to sit on a lap, but we manage. Blue likes to sleep in bed with me and is a bit pushy about being sure he is the one to get closest to me on the bed. This is funny because my boy Rocky isn’t one to want to cuddle and has no desire to try to beat Blue to his coveted position. Blue likes to burrow under the covers. Blue seems to get along well with other dogs and doesn’t go nuts when we encounter dogs or cats on our walk. He and Rocky got along immediately with lots of sniffing and no aggression on either boy’s part. There was a spate between them yesterday but they separated immediately when I squirted them with the water bottle and then I picked up the chew toy that had turned into a “high-value” item. When out on our walks Blue gravitates toward people, especially children out playing around the apartment property and behaves very well when they come over to pet him. Blue is house trained and has had only one accident in the house which happened on his first day here when he was transitioning to a new food and no doggie door in the house. I’ve not seen any evidence of him marking in the house either which is great news. Blue will be a good companion to someone who can walk or play with him regularly. Blue and Rocky spent an overnight with my dog sitter’s family so I could steam clean carpets and Blue got along well with their 11 year old alpha female. He wanted to sniff and she said GRRRR. END OF QUOTE Per his previous family, QUOTE: Blue is VERY good with older children and teens. Blue is a little rambunctious with small children, toddlers up to 4 yrs old and he knocks them over. Blue knows sit, stay, and come, he responds to “go on” when you don’t want him near something. Blue likes to be in your lap and chuffs when he’s happy, we’ve spent many a night watching tv together. He’s a good 1 house dog; he gets jealous when other dogs are around, not aggressive, but just spoiled. {Martha’s comment – I don’t see this in him, but my other dog isn’t a lap-sitter} He likes cats, but they don’t like him, he’s not a barker unless something gets his attention and even then, he doesn’t bark much. Blue does talk though when you don’t say hi to him he will “roo rooo rooo” at you until you say hi to him. He’s still hand shy on the head, so lead with his body then he will look up to you to pet him. He’ll walk on a leash, he is house trained, he is dog door trained as well. He is NOT crate trained, but we’ve kept him in the kitchen with access to the family room and back yard. Here is his original description: Got a note from my friends at the Harris County Humane society, QUOTE: The Marshall shelter asked us to pick up a male Boston they had had for awhile. Time was up. He appears to be 1-2 years old. Nice, social dog. If you have room let us know. They said the only interest they had had on him was a breeder. END OF QUOTE Notice that a BREEDER is going to the animal shelter to get purebred animals to breed!!! So those of you who buy from breeders that are not reputable and breeding to better the breed may be getting dogs that you don't know where they come from. Thankfully, the shelter didn't adopt him out to the breeder. First off this boy has blue eyes and is mismarked with the too much white on his face which doesn't meet the breed standard therefore he should not be bred period. Idiot breeder! However, that doesn't mean that he isn't a GREAT dog and a wonderful pet for someone. Blue is just as sweet as can be. Gets along with all my dogs even the Boxer boy Teddy that a lot of the boy Bostons don't like. He is even good with cats as you can see in the pix. Blue is just happy to get some love and attention. He was a stray so we have no history on him. He has a haggerty spot on his head which makes a great kissy spot. | |||
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 Bluegrass Boston/Chihuahua mix DESIGNER NAME BOSTYWAWA
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More information:  This is a sweetheart baby who was raised by the ACO in a pouch of his overalls from 2 weeks to 7 weeks old. This boy thinks he is a joey kangaroo. He loves to cuddle with you and is a real lap and shoulder riding baby. I LOVE HIM!!! but I already got enough dogs, so... some lucky person will be able to adopt this precious boy. He will be neutered and have all the age appropriate shots at time of adoption. Bluegrass was named Dinky at the shelter because he is so small, but I already have a personal dog named Dinky so he needed a new name. Since Arkansas is the home of Bluegrass music, we thought that was a perfect name for him. Bluegrass will need potty training and obedience training. He will chew, pee, poop and do all the normal puppy things. He will need someone who is willing to take him to obedience classes and teach him to be the great dog that he is capable of being with someone who will love him enough to give him their time and training. Bluegrass's momma was a Boston and the daddy was a Chihuahua as the ACO knew the folks that surrendered him and their other dogs. I think some folks call that mix a Bochi, but I think Bostywawa is a much cuter name. He is a cute little mix no matter what cutesy name a breeder puts on him. Bluegrass should be a small dog, I would guess under 15 pounds probalby closer to 10 but I like to give myself 5 lbs of leeway just in case, cause you never know for sure. Anyway, this boy is looking to be the apple of someone's eye who wants a pocket puppy and is willing to tote him around in a belly pouch so he can continue to be a little Joey Kangaroo. Bluegrass says he would love to make sweet and happy music with someone's heart. | |||
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 Bo Diddly Boston
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More information:  Got a call from the Collin county shelter about this boy. He has a salivary gland issue that we will take care of when we neuter and fully vet him on Feb 21st. This is a very sweet little guy who wants some attention and is pretty good with the other dogs. He doesn't mind being picked up and loved on. Bo likes to go for rides and is a really nice little boy. He is a bit on the thin side and can use some groceries. Bo has had his surgery on his salivary gland. he has a drain which will be taken out in 5 days and he should be ready to adopt around the 1st of March. Adoption pending to the Sciba family. | |||
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 Bolli Stoli Boston
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More information:  This is what Leighann has to say about Bolli, QUOTE: Group, I melted today when I met this boy. I've thought about him since I dropped him off. If I found him on the street, he might have never made it Wanda. Whoever had him never came to claim him at the shelter. Anyway, I almost always crate transport dogs, but after about 3 minutes in the car with him, he was in the front seat. He has THIS LOOK. I don't know how to explain it. He woo'd me. He's so cute! So Sweet! Look at this face. He didn't act like an idiot and has just the right amount of 'curious and playful'. He explored the car then laid down in the front seat. At one point, He stood on the center console, facing me and put one paw on my shoulder and just looked at me (2 inches from my face). He wanted a kiss. I gave in. He's funny too. He made me laugh over and over. Every time I spoke to him, he wagged his tail. He's very happy to be with people. This is someone's sweet little character filled boy. He is adorable! People should be fighting over him. I told Wanda if he was a man, he would be 'my type'. Handsome, sweet, affectionate, but not too much. Attentive, but didn't need to be in my lap. He has all the good qualities a dog should have. I miss that sweet boy already. Whoever gets him will be so lucky! Sniff, Leigh Ann Wanda's notes: Has Kennel cough - and has a puncture in his right eye that might need surgery if it ruptures, I am medicating and hoping it heals. This was someone's baby and I don't know why in the heck they didn't come and get him from the shelter. He sleeps with me at night. Bolli gets along well with the other dogs. He is a nice looking Boston with a quirky slightly longer than usual lightning bolt kink tail. When he is happy that tail does some wagging too. He lets me know when someone is at the door, but quiets down when I say ok. He knows how to sit and really is a nice dog. His owners must be kicking themselves for losing such a special boy. It is gonna be really hard to let him go once I get him fixed up. I just gotta get him over that nasty kennel cough so I can get his eye fixed. UPDATE: Bolli has had the worst case of Kennel cough ever, it hung on and on and on. Dr. Cindy looked at Bolli's eye and she said he got poked in the eye and fibrose tissue formed so his eye is not going to rupture and we don't need to do anything to it. IT does look a lot better than it did. Since that is good, then Bolli is now ready for adoption. | |||
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 Boodles Boston
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More information:  This is what Elaine has to say about Boodles, QUOTE - She is a small one at 14 lbs, beautiful face and loves to give kisses. I think this was someone's baby-her nails are neatly trimmed and she is a lap dog, not used to a leash. The TLAC vet reports that the eye doesn't seem to be causing her any pain, but she is a little cautious in new situations and turns her head rapidly to follow sounds she can't see out of the cataract eye. I have her in a big crate in my living room and she is doing fine. END OF QUOTEThis is what Jim has to say about Boodles, QUOTE - What a sweet, petite little bundle Elaine handed off to me yesterday in Hillsboro! This girlie is very small (15.5 lbs) and has such a smooth, silky coat. Her "eyeliner" marking is amazing, but sadly that is the eye that has issues. It is all cloudy and opaque, so it might have to come out. She also has a little redness and crustiness around her nose and mouth area. Doc Cindy will give her a good going over for anything else. Boodles was a little shy during our ride to Wandaland, but she was very curious and interested in the passing cars and surroundings. She dashboard surfed for a few miles, then just sat up in the booster seat to see what was going on around her. Finally she curled up and snoozed the rest of the way. She enjoys being snuggled, petted, scratched behind the ears and caressed. A leash is obviously a new experience. I tried walking her in the little fenced-off grassy area at Doc Cindy's, and she would lunge to the end of the leash, then look back at me quizzically, as if to say "what's the deal?". If I tugged on the leash, she would hunker down, so I just had to pick her up and carry her back into the office. She likes to be held. This is a very interesting looking little doll, and will make someone a great companion. END OF QUOTE Wanda's notes: Boodles eye needed to come out so it has been removed as you can see in the pix. The crust on her face has been cleaned up, but may return I am putting meds on that for her. Boodles is one that I would like to keep. She has that great Boston personality and loves everyone. Her new momma or daddy is gonna be REAL happy with her. | |||
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 Bourble BUG - designer dog - Boston/Pug Mix
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More information:  This is a happy little guy that wants to play and have a good time. He was a stray at the Canton High kill shelter. We pulled him on his euthansia date because he was so cute. Bourble is just bouncy and playful. He gets along with all the dogs here including the big ones. Bourble just seemed like the right name for him. He is just so cute and cuddly. This baby has the pug tail and the Boston personality. He is eager to please and will make someone a great friend. Plus he is small so he is easy to transport with you if you travel which is something the Boston in him loves to do. He likes to ride and go with his person. These are the only pix from the shelter that I have right now as I have been sick and just don't feel like taking pix yet. | |||
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 BRONX Boston
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More information:  This is one of the BYB who lost her house dogs that was covered in Ticks when we got them. He and his sister are growing like weeds. He is a typical Boston puppy and needs all the normal potty and obedience training. We will NOT adopt him to anyone who has not had Boston puppy experience. His adoption fee will be $400. Foster mom says: Bronx is a boy. They are one month old and so full of love. Bronx loves to give kisses and goes at your face like it has steak all over it! He is a sweetie!!! | |||
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 BUFFY Boston
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More information:  I got a note from my rescue friend Barbara with Homeward Bound telling me the Grapevine shelter had a 16 year old Boston they didn't want to put to sleep and can I take it. Well... you know me and old dogs, I said I would take her.When I got over to pick her up I heard the whole story. Buffy was one of 3 Bostons owned by an 94 year old gentleman. He was a granfather in law of one of the ACO's and they agreed to try and help find her a home as the other 2 dogs were placed easily because they were younger. The older gentleman was going to put her down and had a grave dug for her and everything and then just couldn't do it. He begged the ACO to find someone to love her for the rest of her life. And that is where we come in. :) When I picked her up she was surprisingly active and friendly for such an elderly dog with hearing and vision impairment. I have hopes that she will be adopted by someone who loves older dogs that will give her a nice place to spend the remaining time she has being loved and spoilt. She does have a mammory tumor and a lump on her butt that we will have checked out when we get her to the vet for care. Poor Buffy, I had her surgeries done and put her in a foster home and she popped her butt stitches so has to go back to the vet to be resewed. I Took Buffy the old lady in since she had the really nasty diarrhea the past 2 days. Dr. Cindy checked the fecal no parasites showing. She didn’t have a temp. so we have some metro to give her and we are gonna back off on the baytril and give her amoxi. She also has some etogesic for inflammation and pain. Her mammory tumor and butt tumor results came back today. They were both Adenocarcinoma. We are not sure if there were good margins on the butt one that they are calling anal sack apocrine gland adenocarcinoma. Basically she has cancer and we are to watch to see if any more lumps and bumps appear. Lisa will likely be fostering Buffy until she passes away. We will basically keep her comfortable and when her quality of life is no longer there, then we will make the tough choice to let her go. We need donations for Buffy's care. The first surgery was over $600 and I haven't gotten the amounts back for the second surgery or for the check up afterward yet. Caring for a sweet elderly dog like Buffy may not seem to be something that most folks think of when they think of rescue, but... old dogs need love too and deserve to have a place to be loved and have their lives to enjoy the spoiling and know they are safe. So please donate towards Buffy's care. Thank you. | |||
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 Bunny Hug Boston
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More information:  Bunny was a stray at the West Monroe Louisiana Animal Shelter. My overnight and transport volunteer Barbara had this to say about her, QUOTE: Bunny is in the house! Nice Sweet girl! A couple of sniffs and grrrrr's with Tooter Bug, but that's about it! Funniest thing... she ducks every time we drove under an overpass or bridge. End of QUOTE Per the shelter volunteer who pulled, overnighted and transported her to Barbara, QUOTE: Bunny does not like cats and wants to eat them! She tried to get one at the shelter and both of my cats here at the house. Also she so wanted to eat my bunnies from under the cage. She just barked at my miniature horse and really looked at the chickens. With my poodles she did not show much interest. I bathed her and cleaned out her ears. Her eyes are really red and one is way worse than the other. I tested for ulcers and they were clear. Also it seems that she has a luxating patella on the left. Can't wait for you to meet her. She is people sweet and loves to give kisses! END OF QUOTE Wanda's notes: Bunny is NOT DEAF despite her white head. As you can see by the pix, Bunny loves to play tug of war with my boxer Teddy and our little Kis-Kesay. She gets along well with the other dogs. Bunny will be a great dog for someone. She looks like she has been well cared for and is not starving like a lot of them we get in here. I think at one time she was someone's beloved baby. Bunny is very affectionate and listens to you intently when you talk to her. She will be a great family member for someone. | |||
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 Buster Brown Boston
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More information:  I got a note from Samantha at the Arlington shelter asking me if I would take a Boston who had been on hold waiting for his owners to come get him. Seems they had adopted him last year from Arlington, but decided that they were not going to pay the fine to get him back after he was picked up as a stray. What jerks! Buster is a REALLY nice guy. He knows how to sit. Buster is good with cats and other dogs. Buster is gentle when taking treats out of your hand. I LOVE HIM!!! This is a dog anyone would love to own. He just had some stupid owners who wouldn't pay a fine to get him back. Sheesh! This is one of the reasons ABTR is so picky about where we place our dogs. We want the owners to be ready to do anything for their dog, including paying a fine if they get picked up while out stray. Anyway, Buster is one of those dogs with that personality that everyone wants. He is old enough to have gotten over the rambunctiousness of youth where he behaves well, but still young enough to play and have fun. This dog is one you should seriously look at if you are looking for a great family member. | |||
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 Cactus Jack Boston
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More information:  I got a note from the Jacksboro ACO stating, QUOTE: Picking up young unnutered male Boston he is very sweet. He is being turned over by owner because they cannot afford to get vet treatment. I will take him directly to the vet. he is very under weight. End of Quote.This dog is EXTREMELY emaciated as you can see by the photos. Black dogs don't show how boney they are in pix for some reason. Come to find out suppossidly the poor boy has been in the backyard all his life with a bunch of other dogs who wouldn't let him eat (I personally don't imagine they were feeding any of them enough.) This boy was terrified by all the changes in his life and hid under the table in the utility room for a couple of days before he would come out and interact. Now that he is comfortable, he has come out and is asking for attention. This is a GORGEOUS dog, just look at that face! He should NEVER have been thrown out in a backyard and neglected like he was. | |||
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 Cajun Bloody Mary Boston
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More information:  As you can see in the pix Mary is a bit timid around cats, so she should be ok with cats in your household. Here are Tom's comments who picked her up from the shelter and fostered her for us until transport could be arranged, QUOTE: Hey All, The Jefferson Parish little lady is in the flock. My son picked her up on Tuesday and she's doing fine. She's very small, bony, freshly spayed. She's been through some rough times which makes her a little skittish but is very friendly. She ignores Hugh and Hugh doesn't care much for her since she won't play with him. She loves her (Hugh's) kennel and sleeps through the night without any issues. Needs some potty training work, starting to understand the dog door and eats appropriate for her size. She explores but stays close. Great corkscrew tail that wags in rhythm with her butt. She warms up to people very fast but is cautious at first. She'll be an awesome pet and couch buddy. Loves to cuddle up and chill. I don't think she'll be very rambunctious. More of a lover than a tussler. Here is what foster mom Linda has to say about Mary, QUOTE: She is a beautiful Boston Terrier girl. She is so sweet you just can't help but love her. She likes people but is a little shy at first. I don't know if she likes children or cats. So how did she come to be in a kill shelter? She's not telling and maybe that's because she does not want to go back to her former life. It is almost positive she has had a litter of pups. Barely past being a pup herself she will not have that happen again. She is very calm, crate trained and almost 100% house trained also. This girl loves other dogs and gets along with them well. She enjoys a chew toy now and then and a nice soft bed to nap on. She would love to nap on your lap and if invited would do just that. If you think you can provide the home Mary deserves please ask for an adoption application for her. Mary is ready to give you her love and devotion. UPDATE 11/6/10 Mary has had her heartworm treatment and is ready to go. She needs a quiet household with out lot of small kids to make her nervous. She is a sweet girl. | |||
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 Calliope Boston
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More information:  This is our new girl. She is sweet as can be. Smallish around 15 to 17 lbs. She has the lightning bolt tail and her nose is a little longer. For those who don't know the bad breeders around here, they would say she is a mix. She is probably badly bred, but... if you want to say she is a mix, that is ok with me too. She has a bit of hairloss on her tail, but I think that is due to flea issues when we got her as she was covered in fleas. When I was washing grates, she was wanting to play in the water. Calliope is not as obnoxious about playing in the water as some dogs are. She doesn't loose her mind. I have been working with her to leave it and then ok play and she has been doing really well. She is one smart cookie. This baby is a sweetheart and I am thinking she is probalby 2 to 5 years old. she has some white scattered thruout her coat, but otherwise is marked very nice, black and white. She has a white tip at the end of her lightning bolt tail. She has been getting along well with both the male and female dogs around here, even plays well with Teddy the boxer. Calliope has that great Boston happy go lucky, let me give you kisses, I have never met a stranger personality that everyone loves so much. She is very loving to people and dogs. She uses the doggie door. Calliope is not an excessive barker and doesn't chew on things she shouldn't, but she does like toys and loves to play. She is an absolute doll. She is bouncy and full of energy but sweet and cuddly too. Someone is going to be very lucky to have this sweetheart as part of their family | |||
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 Carli Boston
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More information:  Carli is a sweet very people loving old girl. She is built like a little tanker as you can see in her pix. Carli may only have one eye, but that does not slow her down. She loves to cuddle, roll in the grass and go for rides. Carli says I may be old, but I am still full of beans. Carli did have some mast cell tumors removed in 08, but there has been no recurrance. You just need to be aware if you see lumps or bumps come up to get them checked out. Carli is not good with all dogs. I would like to place her in an only dog home if I can or with a submissive male. She would be a delight to someone who wants a loving companion. This is a huge heart in a small body and she is looking eagerly for someone to lavish all her love on. | |||
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 Cazadores Tequila Boston
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More information:  Kelli sez, QUOTE: The shelter boy is safe at my house. He seems sweet and docile. My two and him are playing and playing and playing. Roxy and Reggie did the dominate dance with him and he would just lower his head and keep sniffing or playing, he hasnt barked or growled or acted aggressive in any way so that is good. He is very curious and running around the house sniffing everthing. He seems like a happy boston terrier. My dogs are having lots of fun, it is wild and crazy in my house with black and white flashes running by. the only issue is that their is alot of humping going on but I am hoping it will settle down and everyone is just really excited. I'll send pics once it settles down, I dont think i could get anything but a blur right now. The shelter pup is a real sweetheart and so so good with other dogs and people. such a little lover, he's going to make someone a great dog if they are willing and able to train him. He is super excited and not potty trained, I almost feel like he may have been kept outside because he doesnt seem use to being in a house too much.he's so easy-going though. End of QUOTE Wanda's note: He is good with other dogs as I have him in with a couple of really pushy females and he wants to play with them. Caz is a nice little guy who is happy and loves attention. He goes in and out the doggie door like a pro. This boy has that great Boston personality that everyone is looking for. | |||
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 CHEWBACCA aka Chewy Boston
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More information:  This is what Chewy's foster Mom Donna has to say about him, QUOTE: Chewy was an owner surrender from a growing family that felt they didn't have enough time to devote to him. He has been well loved and cared for and he has a wonderful personality. He's a fairly active young Boston and loves to play but he will happily settle down and curl up in your lap for a nap. He gets along with other dogs just fine, and his previous owners said he was fine with their cat and even their rabbit! He was raised with young children but I have not personally seen him interact with children and he does have a habit of jumping on you, so he might topple over a toddler or small child. Chewy is fine on a leash and is crate trained. He is not housebroken so he needs work there. He knows what the doggie door is but is reluctant to go out it, although he will come back inside through it whenever I take him out. If I could have another dog, he would be staying with me, but I'm at my limit! He will be a wonderful companion for some lucky human! End of Quote. Wanda's note: This is a nice boy and everything Donna says he is. He is getting his heartworm treatment and will make someone a great family member. | |||
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 CLUB BOOSTER Boston
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More information:  This fellow has personality plus. He is eager for attention and loves to go for walks. He jumped right in the truck to head to the vet and had no issues with the other 3 dogs in there. Booster is a little bigger Boston in heart as well as body. He is looking for love and hopefully we will help him find it. Booster does have a slight case of either flea allergies or demodex. I can let you know more Friday after I pick him up from the vets office. This boy is young and has lots of potential. For those of you who don't like the dinky Bostons, Booster is the boy to look at. | |||
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 COOPER Boston
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More information:  We got a plea from one of our transport volunteers in Louisiana. She stated, QUOTE: Fred picked up some Labs from a Kennel to transport, in speaking with the owner she told Fred she has a Boston who has been with her for 6 months!!! Said she kind of suspected they were going to leave him for good and they did. They got a puppy!!! This boy is said to be 12 yrs old. BUT Michelle says he does not act his age. He is happy and playful and very sweet. Is a lover boy! He is blind in one eye. Was told he had an injury to the eye when he was 4 yrs old. His other eye seems fine. She has taken him to the vet because he was not eating well and lost weight. Vet wormed him and put him on ID. He's gaining the weight back. He was probably depressed! I would be. The lady has had him for 6 months at her boarding kennel. End of Quote Wanda's rant - Get a puppy and dump your dog at a Boarding kennel, sheesh what kind of people are these? I would do anything to have my old man Bruce back and these people dump this poor dog. Grumble. Grumble. Everyone that has met Cooper loves him. HE is a gentle guy who immediately made himself comfortable while I was taking pix and he is good in costume without a leash on as you can see. Cooper had no issues with my outside cats and ran around happily smelling everything outside while I took pix of other dogs. This is a nice guy who can stand some groceries and who knows that a soft bed is a wonderful thing. We will get him over to the vets and have her go over him to see what all he needs, but if you are looking for a nice boy who just wants to be loved, then Cooper is the boy to adopt. | |||
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 Corazon Maya Boston Terrier
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More information:  This girl was a stray at the San Marcos shelter and no one came to get her. Wanda's notes: Corazon is a VERY nice Boston. She is calm for a Boston, but still has a lot of energy if you are not used to Boston energy levels. She is a goof. I do think she prefers to be outside to enjoy the sunshine. She likes to be petted and get attention. She seems like a sweet dog who just needs someone to love her. This girl is a character. She is full of fun and bounce. She loves toys and will grab a toy and run while throwing up in the air. She also loves playing in the waterhose, but is not mindless about it like some dogs when you tell her no, she will back off so you can do what you were intending to do with the hose in the first place. Corazon is extremely friendly and loving. I think that someone will be very lucky to have this girl as their baby. as she is very eager to please and give love. | |||
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 Corby's Candian Boston
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More information:  This boy was rescue only because he came in with a Chihuahua and together they were a bit fear aggressive. Once he was separated from the Chi, he became just afraid and not aggressive. I think he was just following the older dog's lead. He is afraid, but warms up to you slowly. Corby is ok in a crate and good on a leash. He has tried to climb into my lap several times tonight since being home. He is a very pretty boy, one of them slender long legged lanky boys. He has a Beautiful glossy coat and he has a touch of blue in his right eye that I think you can see in the photos. he could use a few groceries. I think with a little love and training giving him some self confidence that this boy will bloom into a fantastic dog. | |||
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 CRICKET Boston
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More information:  Here is what Elaine says about Cricket. She is very small at 14 pounds. She isn’t a very secure girl and shivers and shimmies all over when you come into the room. No cringes, but lots of wiggles. She seems to have separation anxiety, but then she has to stay in my bathroom right now because I’m out of space. She’s housetrained, very loving. Mostly black with a little white on the neck and face. She seems to do ok with other dogs. Cricket is Not good with cats. She doesn’t seem to jump up much so would probably be good with kids. End of QuoteWanda's notes: Cricket is very sweet and loving. So far I haven't had any issues with her, but she does seem to have the nervous shivers when she gets attention. Cricket would be a good dog for someone who wants a small lap dog as she enjoys being held and loved on. | |||
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 Curielle Pekingese or Tibetian Spaniel mix
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More information:  I picked this little girl up when I was picking up the seizure dogs. What can I say? She is cute! I love them little smoosh faces even if they have hair on em.If you are looking for a lap dog that likes to lay around and get brushed, then Curielle is your girl. She says she is beautiful and is looking for someone to keep her that way by brushing her beautiful hair daily. Brushing is a good bonding and relaxing time for a dog and her person. Curielle is a very laid back girl who is loving and so sweet. This one will steal your heart in a skinny minute. | |||
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 Daquiri Blossom Boston
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More information:  I got a note from Marilyn with the Mansfield shelter telling me about this sweet girl. She was a stray and her skin was not in the best of shape. I told her I would come and get her. This baby is just as sweet as you could ever want in a girl. She is a medium sized girl who is happy and playful once she gets comfortable with you. She is a bit scared at first. Blossom loves attention. She was good at the vet and just snarfed down her comfortis and heartgard. I think once we get her demodex cleared up and her heartworms treated that this little girl will make a family really happy. Surprise, Surprise, Blossom was preggers. Whoo Boy! She had her puppies on 7/22/10. Hopefully, these babies will survive. They were born to a momma in full immune suppressed demodex so... they may not survive. Please pray for them. Thank you. Due to puppies, demodex and heartworms, I cannot give an approximation on available for adoption date. UPDATE: 10/11/10 Puppies are all weaned and adopted out. So Daquiri has been spayed. We started her heartworm treatment on 9/27 so she is good to go from the heartworm treatment by end of October. She still needs to grow some hair, but hopefully it will be better by end of month. We will get her scraped again then. She has been greatly stressed with having puppies, nursing puppies, heartworm treatment etc so he hair hasn't made as fast a come back as we would have liked. But she is working on it. Update 11/6/10 - Well this baby finally has everything done that needs to be done. She Had her babies, weaned them, got spayed, went through heartworm treatment, her hair has grown back in and she has a negative on her skin scraping. YEAH!!! So this sweetheart is ready for adoption. | |||
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 Davy Jones Boston
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More information:  Got a call from Becky with Commerce shelter saying she had 2 Breeder surrender Bostons for me and when could I come get them. Went out there to pick this pair up. I was surprised at what a pretty dog he is. The owner told Becky that the skin issues were kept clear with a bath once a week. Ummm... I don't think so. This looks like either the bigging of or a milder form of what Moontini has on her face. We will have Dr. Cindy take biopsy and send off to compare and see what is going on with him. We haven't got the biopsy back yet, but should have it soon. He seems like a sweet little boy who wants attention and cuddles. I think once we get him cleared up that he will be even more gorgeous. NEEDS FOSTER | |||
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 Dianna Ross Boston
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More information:  Lets just say this situation really upsets me, but it is what breeders do. Commerce called me and said I got 2 more for you, when can you come and get them. when I got there, Becky told me that this little girl had just had puppies. This little dog had to have a c-section and was chewing her stitches. So rather than putting a ecollar on her, the breeder put her puppies with another mom and dumped her at the shelter because c-sections messed up the breeding capabilities of the dog and she was likely to need a csection when she was bred again. Luckily for her the shelter knew I would reimburse vetting for her spay. They took her to the vet and had a spay done for her since she was chewing on the stitches and a ecollar put on so she couldn't chew on her new stitches. Dianna Ross is a BEAUTIFUL little dog who is scared spitless. We have put her in to foster with Ericka who will be sending us an update in a few days. FOSTERED by Ericka | |||
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 Diddle Hopper Boston
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More information:  Elaine sez, QUOTE: I went to visit the old guy today. He does have a lot of gray in the face but he’s pretty spry. The teefers are a hoot, but I couldn’t get him to stand still and face the camera. His coat is pretty rough; he must have been on the street a while, and he’s very dirty. But once he’s had his surgery, a bath, and some good groceries, he should be pretty presentable. He’s not aggressive, doesn’t seem to have vision problems, just very soft poop. If he isn’t reclaimed, he will have his surgery and be ready on Friday evening. I took a bunch of photos, but most of them were just a portion of his body as he ran around quite a bit. I’ve just been able to sit down at the computer, so I’ll go through the photos tonight and sort out some decent ones.Wanda, Have we used the name The Diddle Hopper yet? That was in one of your previous posts for a male name. It seems to fit his snaggle toothed grin. JIm Sez, QUOTE: Gang, This old guy is such a doll - teefers and underbite to die for - sometimes just the lower row of snaggleteeth is visible, sometimes one fang, and sometimes both. It was difficult to capture his essence with ears up, to get the full impact of his cuteness. He was recently neutered and is heartworm negative. Elaine said that TLAC thought he was about 7 yrs old or so, but I'd guess more like 10 due to that frosty face. He was a a delightful copilot and loved attention but didn't demand it. He likes belly rubs, ear scratching and chew sticks. Wanda sez: this is the sweetest old guy. He may be grey, but man does he has some energy. He loves to bounce around and he can pick those feet up and move. He lives to love on you. HE has been sleeping on a pillow next to my bed since he got here. All I gotta say is I am not in a hurry to adopt this guy out. If I didn't already have enough dogs of my own, Diddle would be staying right here with me. HE is GREAT!!! I love him. | |||
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 DiDi Boston
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More information:  Didi is a very friendly and happy old girl. Didi is a long lanky girl and on the thin side. She is very spry and gets around like a youngster ESPECIALLY when she sees a cat! Zoom! Didi is after it like a speed racer. Obviously, Didi wants to get the cat so NO CATS for Didi's new home. Didi is crate trained and does not mess her crate. As long as you take her out regularly she will hold it and go potty out on leash. That doesn't mean you need to leave her in a crate all the time, just that she would be ok while you were at work. Didi seems to have some allergies. We are giving her a no grain dog food in case it is grain allergies. We do not have the funding to test to see what she is allergic to. We are treating her as if they are food related and contact allergies. I took her on a home visit yesterday with an older lady who said she had a bit too much energy for her. Didi is looking for someone who likes to go for walks, take her for long rides in the car, and who will give her lots of cuddle time. She has good manners and wants to please. Don't let the grey hairs fool ya, Didi is still full of get up and go. Please open your heart to an older girl who is no longer a puppy, but still has some puppy ways. | |||
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 DIXIE COCKTAIL Boston
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More information:  I recieved a plea from a Lady in Colorado several months ago saying she was coming down at the end of September to put both her parents in a nursing home and wondered if I could help them find a good home for their Boston Dixie. Naturally I said yes. She asked if we could take her on the last day before they went into the nursing home so they could love her as long as possible and I had no problems with that. She did tell me that she has storm phobia and when you went to put her in a crate she would bite you. I picked her up and we have had some major thunderstorms through hers since I did and I haven't had any problems with her trying to bite me, but then again I don't try and put her in a crate either. She goes behind my bed and shivers a bit, but other than that she is just fine. Dixie is a ball player extroidenaire as you can see in the photos. I was holding up a ball and she really wanted me to throw it for her. The owners said she would play fetch with you as long as you wanted. This is a sweet little older girl who is a bit overwhelmed by all the dogs here, but learning they ain't gonna eat her. Dixie is loving and sweet. She is housebroken per the owner and I haven't seen anything to dispute that. I think that Dixie would be good for an older couple since her family was an older couple. She is a quiet dog who wants to be loved and loves to play if you want to play, but she is not obnoxious about it like some dogs. :) If you are looking for a great little girl, then Dixie is one you should look hard at cause she is what a Boston is supposed to be, friendly, lively, yet capable of calming down and just interested in everything going on around her. | |||
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 Dolly Parton Boston
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More information:  Here is what Kristi has to say: Everyone,I spoke with Officer Devendorf after work today at the Cibolo Shelter. She is super nice and loves to work with rescue. She said these girls are precious and real love bugs. They love people and other dogs. She said the two boston girls appear to be spayed. She thinks they are 1-2 years old. They are really friendly with people and other dogs and are little love bugs! Wendy her foster momma says, QUOTE: This is Dolly in the red collar. Dolly is exactly what I think of as a typical Boston Terrier. She's medium sized, strong and compact with lots of confidence and intelligence. Dolly is quick to listen and respond, is crate trained and potty trained. She loves to chase a tennis ball and will 'own it' if it comes anywhere near her. Dolly is a dominant female and not quick to join in play time with other dogs. She will watch from the perimeter and attempt to control the situation like a matriarch or alpha female. Dolly is a lover too; she enjoys sleeping in your lap as long as you will let her while actively dreaming, kicking. while these girls do love each other, they're not what we would call a 'bonded pair'. Dolly is dominant, Reba submissive, and Dolly controls Reba. They obviously are used to being together and I find them sleeping together at least once a day, but that's almost the extent of their interaction. They find separate places to nap throughout the day and, while Reba plays with with Becca until Dolly makes her stop, they never play with each other. They're both sweet girls, very loving to people, comfortable with other dogs and confident in their own personality. We believe they would do just fine in individual homes. FOSTERED by Wendyk | |||
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 Dutchie Boston
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More information:  Dutchie was a owner surrender to Garland along with Applejack Daisy because they were MOVING!!! Jeez, find a place that lets you have dogs and just pay the pet deposit, don't dump your dogs, people! This is one of my pet peeves like heartworm prevention. I have moved many times over the years and I always found a place that let me have my dogs. Dutchie's original name was Duke, but I have had so many Dukes, I thought he should have a new name for a new life. Dutchie is a sweet boy who gets along well with the other dogs. He likes to get love and attention from me. He does like to guard the food bowl if it is full, but does not have an issue with me picking it up or anything. Dutchie has a deformed right front foot as you can see in the photos. It doesn't stop him from running around or doing anything he wants to do. He does limp on it. He also has a cloudy eye that he probably can't see out of, but he sees well out of the other eye and gets around without any problems. Duthie is a sweet boy who just needs someone to love him and give him a great home. Are you the person that will see past a few small imperfections to the golden heart that lies beneath the outer apperance? If so, then Dutchie will give you his lifetime of love and devotion. | |||
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 Edgar Winter Boston
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More information:  Lisa contacted me to let me know she had a 7 month old Boston that no one had claimed. She said he was happy go lucky and just had a great personality and would I please come and get him. So I did. This boy is a typical I wanna play, energetic baby. I think he is closer to a year, but we will see what the vet says. He is gorgeous. He has a beautiful big bully head with a Haggarty spot on it. He is the whitest white on his collar and legs. This boy is happy for sure. As you can see in the pix, he just wants to have fun, get some attention and is naturally dressed for the party! This boy will make someone a great friend. I have named him after Edgar Winter. And no not after the song Frankenstien either. He has some really nice new music out on his website. Anyway, our Edgar just looks like he is a rocking and rolling kinda guy so I think the name fits. NEEDS FOSTER | |||
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 Eeny Tini Boston
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More information:  Eeny Tini is one of the 15 dogs we got from the Commerce shelter. She is a very sweet little girl. She was very scared and thin when we first got her. She has come out of her shell since then. This little one lives for attention and gets really excited when she is given the smallest amount of attention. She loves to be picked up and will kiss you silly.Tini has thin hair and redness under her neck, chest and belly from contact allergies. This girl is very healthy looking now. She has been with us long enough to put on weight and she doesn't look like she is starving anymore. Tini does well with the other dogs as she runs and plays with the other dogs most of the day. She is crate trained and doesn't make a sound in her crate. I think with a little effort on obedience training and more TLC that she will make a great dog for someone wanting a little girl to cuddle and love. But don't forget she is a young Boston so she is VERY energetic. This baby loves to play and runs like the wind when she is out with the other dogs. She does need more work on housebreaking, but she is working on it and she knows how to go in and out the doggie door. FOSTERED by Wanda | |||
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 EXPRESSO MARTINI Boston
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More information:  This is one of the HSNT BOWIE PUPPY MILL BUST Momma's baby. She was bred too young on her first heat. she went into labor and delivered a dead puppy. Then wasn't progressing even after vet gave her a shot. So she had a c section and the next puppy was born dead too. Just this boy and a little girl survived. They were very BIG puppies and the momma was a small girl who hadn't finished her development, but she is being a real good momma and these puppies are getting fat and sassy. IF they make it to be 8 weeks old, they will only be adopted to someone with previous Boston puppy experience. They will need all the normal training any puppy would. Their adoption fees will be $400. | |||
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 FLIRTINI Boston
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More information:  This is what Tom her foster home has to say about her, QUOTE: Flirtini is a perfect name. She arrived with painted nails and a baby blue rhinestone encrusted collar. Not kidding.She's a little thing. I'm guessing 10 pounds or so. Karen and I both think that she's pretty young. She's bony but she also looks muscular.. She's very lovable and became comfortable quickly. She's independent. Basically ignored Hugh and my daughter's BT who I'm sitting with this week. They are equally unimpressed with her. I just bathed her and she's chilling on the couch. She pee'd for Karen outside and again when she got here. That's a good sign. Not interested in running away. Just explores and comes on back. Also good. Nice coat, no major skin issues. Now the challenges. The paperwork says HW positive. She has a cough/ sneezes. Also, a goopy eye but not bad. I think that she has dental problems. Her breath is terrible and her teeth look bad. Plus, the poor thing has a smile that would qualify for an orthodontic school case study. It's actually cute in a backwoods kind of way. My first take is that she'll be an awesome pet after she gets her little issues resolved. I'm think that I'll be hosting her for a few weeks until the next northern trek. She should be no problem. Her teeth don't seem to bothering her. I'm thinking about putting some Altoids in her food bowl though. I'll try to get some pics and update when I can. END OF QUOTE. Tom's Next update QUOTE: She's a special little dog. She follows me everywhere. Laid back for the most part. Very independent. She's eating well and seems to have more energy. Loves attention. Basically disinterested in the other dogs although she and Hugh are starting to play some. Great personality and loves people. Not sure about potty training yet. She's only about a foot tall but she has a 6" vertical leap. Her coughing/sneezing is much better and her gunky eye has improved. Even her breath is better. A couple more weeks of good eating should put some meat on her bones. I'm thinking that all she needs is HW treatment and a dental tune up and she'll be top of the line. She'll be perfect for someone who wants a laid back, social, happy, loyal, loving pet. She's active but not rambunctious. She enjoys watching the action much more than participating. At the same time, she's neither scared or bashful. Like Karen said, she loves a car ride. END OF QUOTE. Wanda's note: Transport to us is October 24th. I will know more after vetting. | |||
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 FLYING KANGAROO Boston
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More information:  Here is what Rachel my volunteer has to say about Roo, QUOTE: I picked this guy up from the East Baton Rouge Animal Control. He is heartworm +. He has these very black freckles on his belly, I included a picture. Jumps and spins when excited, likes being outside with my crew. Overall a good little guy! So "Roux", a little spin on the cajun place this boy originates from, is an escape artist. He has methodically checked the back fenced yard the like velociraptors in jurassic park and up until this evening we have blocked every hole the pugs have not found. but this evening, he found a spot where the chain link was a little lax and he slipped his skinny little butt under the fence (no digging required) and bound across the ditch and into my neighbors backyard. luckily they were outside and he went right to them and they returned him, but this guy should be watched. so now we will be out on a leash and free time in the back yard has ended for this little guy. End of QuoteWanda's notes - Roo is a great little dog. I haven't had a problem with him trying to get out of my fence either under or over, but I also have a very big fenced yard (not chain link) plus a ton of Bostons and Boxers for him to play with and I am home a lot. Roo has personality and energy. He is being treated for heartworms so I am keeping an eye on him. HE does need some groceries as he is thin, but... he seems to be doing well with his heartworm treatment so far. Roo will make someone a great friend and companion. | |||
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 Flying Zambo Boston
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More information:  GORGEOUS BOY!!! This is what a Boston is supposed to look like. Wonderful body type, face and head. He has energy out the wazzoo. Someone loved this little fella at one point in his life. | |||
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 Frankie Valli Boston
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More information:  Frankie is one very sweet boy. When I first picked him up from the Hurst shelter he was pretty shy with me, and a bit afraid of my rough and tumble Rocky. He decided right off I was safer to be with than Rocky and rode most of the trip home as close to me and as far away from Rocky as he could get. When we got home I took both boys out for a walk together and soon Frankie adjusted to Rocky’s pushy ways. Frankie walks fairly well in a harness. He does have a tendency to follow his nose and not always in the direction I want to walk. When out on walks we have encountered several children (ages 6-14) and while Frankie is much more interested in following his nose, he will allow the kids to pet him. One day when we were in the apartment’s small dog park, a cat walked passed – while Rocky was going crazy trying to catch the cat… Frankie looked up then went back to what he was doing… It took a couple of days, but once Frankie felt more at home in my apartment, he started to bring me toys to throw for him. If I tired of the fetch game before he did, he would come over and drop the toy on me or the keyboard of my laptop. When he gets tired, he will curl up as close to me as he can for his naps. Frankie likes to sleep with me in the big bed. When I’m up and moving around, he will curl up on a chair on in the crate I keep open in the bedroom. Yesterday we had the cable guy in to make some repairs to the internet modem and Frankie spent the first 30 minutes the man was working as close to me as possible. Eventually he decided that it was safe and he moved away from me to play fetch with the man. Frankie is about 95% house trained. The first several days in the house he kept trying to “water” the legs of my furniture, but he seems to have learned that is not good behavior. All his other business has been taken care of outside. I really want to keep Frankie, I've fallen in love in just a few short days. I want to give a shout out to the Hurst Shelter. Usually when I pick up a dog who’s spent some time in a shelter it is in desperate need of a bath; Frankie looked and smelled like he’d been given the spa treatment; clean coat, ears, clipped nails. Way to go! FOSTERED by Martha | |||
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 FROSTY NOGGIN Boston - ShihTzu mix - designer name TzuBo or Bosty Tzu
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More information:  This is one of our 2 puppies that were alive after the Urgent Momma in labor came in. Unfortunately the 3rd one died. These are typical puppies. They need love, potty and obedience training and a home. Frosty is very sweet. She is the shyer of the 2 puppies. There is always one that is more outgoing than the others. We would like you to have puppy experience. Puppies are a challenge and a wonderful experience combined. This puppy has so much potential and if she gets a home that will take the time and effort to train her, she could be the dog of your dreams. FOSTERED BY Paula and Steve | |||
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 Full Monty Boston Terrier
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More information:  Meet Monty! He is as cute as he looks. When we picked him up, he was very nervous and scared. After a few hours he began to warm up. With the right love and TLC, Monty will learn to trust his people! He will let you pick him up but would prefer to not be held at this time. This could be because he is still a little nervous about all the changes that have happened in his life very recently. He does like to sit next to you on the couch. He appears to prefer men over women and is a little leery of women. We don't know what his story is other than he was found as a stray in Austin. Monty is very very sweet, quite passive, loves to play with other dogs. He ignores the cats in his foster parent's house. His foster Mom says he appears to be housetrained since he waiting to do his business until he was outside.We are still learning things about him and will update him again soon. | |||
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 GIBSON'S FINEST Boston Terrier
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More information:  Gibsons was adopted from a shelter and then surrendered to ABTR after it was determined he was too mouthy with the adopter's small children. The adopted contacted us to take him and we did. NO SMALL Children as he is snappy with them when he is laying down. This is what Foster mom Renee has to say, QUOTE: Gibby is a sweet loving little guy! He doesn't quite know how to play, but over time and with patience I think he would get the idea. We have thrown the ball for him--he'd run after it then as soon as he'd get to it he'd turn around and look me as if to ask, "Now what?!" The closest he has come to actually playing is to sqiurm around on his back while you rub his tummy then start "boxing" with his front paws while still on his back. He loves to hang out on the couch when we're moving around the house, he'll snuggle up next to me but not so much with my husband (one of the reasons I think he may prefer a female in the household). He'll snuggle up on the floor next to the bed when I toss the throw pillows on the ground and doesn't seem to want to come up on the bed until invited, but once he's on the bed he will snuggle up with me for the night (so far doesn't like to be under the covers). He sleeps through the night, that first night I let him out at 4 am just as a precaution but Sunday night and last night he was perfectly fine to go all night without a potty break. He's not a very noisy Boston, hasn't snored so far, but be warned--his farts are silent, but deadly! No audio to warn you before the smell starts. :) I'm sure his gas is partly his simply being a Boston, but partly due to his diet--they have him on Science Diet! Wanda's notes: This is a really nice dog who has been through a home, to shelter, fostered, back to shelter, adopted, returned to same shelter, then adoted again, then to our rescue. It is no wonder he has no idea what to do. He lives for attention and when he gets it, he gets over excited. Gibby wants to please. He just needs someone willing to work with him on obedience and what is expected of him. He is mouthy as are a lot of Bostons so he needs someone who has had Bostons who needed some work on behavior in the past. Gibby is a beautiful dog who given a chance will make an excellent companion and family member for the right person. | |||
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 GiGi Boston
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More information:  My friend Sue called and asked me if I could take this little girl who had been dropped off at her vets office. Gigi's owner had developed severe allergies to both her and her little rat terrier so could no longer keep them and was heartbroken. She asked her vet to find them good homes. The vet contacted my rescue friend Sue who in turn contacted me to take her. this little girl is pretty perfect other than she doesn't like cats. She is used to sleeping in her crate at night. She is very loving and loves to go for rides. She is a little timid with other dogs, but is gaining confidence daily. Gigi is very beautiful on the inside as well as on the outside. She will make someone a great doggie companion for many years to come. | |||
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 Gingerbread Apple Cocktail Boston - ShihTzu mix - designer name TzuBo or Bosty Tzu
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More information:  This is one of our 2 puppies that were alive after the Urgent Momma in labor came in. Unfortunately the 3rd one died. These are typical puppies. They need love, potty and obedience training and a home. Gingeris very sweet. She is the more outgoing of the 2 puppies. There is always one that is more outgoing than the others. This one is nosy and wants to see what is going on. We would like you to have puppy experience. Puppies are a challenge and a wonderful experience combined. This puppy has so much potential and if she gets a home that will take the time and effort to train her, she could be the dog of your dreams. | |||
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 Hennessey Boston
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More information:  HEre is what Jim has to say about Hennessey QUote: Wow what a cutie-pie! This guy from the Keller Animal Shelter is very handsome, perfect face, cute wall-eyes and great build. He has gorgeous brindle coat, though it could use some salmon oil to spiff it up. Cutest little tail stump that curves UP! Hennessy is a perfect name for him, since he's the color of cognac. What a sweetheart - loved being loved on, and gave me lots of kisses, though he is a bit wary of being picked up - both Wanda and I noticed this, but if you are very slow and first talk to him and run your hands along his sides, he will submit to being picked up. No growling or grumbling, just a surprise type reaction. Wanda's notes: Does not have to be only dog as he will get along with females and submissive males. Sweet boy with people Housebroken easy foster if there are no other dogs. HE is crate and leash trained. OK with cats that don’t run. He is a Seal or been out in the sun too long, hair in really coarse shape, beautiful dog! Update 11/25/09 - Just thought I would give a quick update on Hennessey. I decided to work on him and other dogs, so I have been working with him here and there. I have been taking him outside with me when I am over in the side yard where the cats are. He is OK with cats even running ones. I really like this guy. He wants to go for a ride real bad. Every time I open the car door he is bouncing in there not realizing I am just getting stuff out and cleaning out the vehicle etc. HE is real disappointed when I pull him out and close the door with no ride. This is a nice boy who will make someone a good dog. He has been good with Penelope the little almost blind girl and with Nicky and Torpedo out there as well. BUT… when I took Teddy (my boxer) out on a leash he was all over his head and Teddy wasn’t even thinking about him until he did that. So… I am thinking maybe I jumped the gun on him by saying he wasn’t good with other dogs and maybe he is just not good with BIG dogs. So I will keep working with him and see how it goes. If he does start getting testy, he is pretty good about stopping when you get after him and tell him to behave him self. I just think he didn't know what to think. He has had a seizure and been to the vet, but no temp, heart sounds ok, nothing out of place so we are to watch and see if he has another one. | |||
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 Hobbs Grenache Boston
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More information:  This boy comes to us from the Fort Worth Shelter. Ginger said he was very sweet and the only reason he didn't make adoptions was because he had a healing ulcer on his eye.All I got to say is, I do NOT know why in the heck his owner didn't come to the shelter looking for him. This is a GREAT dog. He loves affection, is good on a leash, loves to go for rides, knows how to sit, knows how to crate up, and loves to be with his people. I took him on a home visit that had kids and he was great with them. Hobbs is playful, bouncy when he should be and knows when to be quiet and calm. He is just what a Boston is supposed to be. Plus it don't hurt that he is gorgeous and has a haggarty spot too. Hobbs only disadvantage is that he will scale a wire fence so he can get over to be with his people. That is probably why he ended up in the shelter. He doesn't run away when he goes over the fence, he goes to the backdoor and waits. So my Board of directors and I talked about it and decided he has to be adopted to someone with a concrete or wood fence or someone who lives in an apartment. No wire or chain link fences. That way he will not end up in a shelter again. Hobbs is good with my cats both inside and outside. He likes to chase them, but when you tell him to stop he does. He doesn't hurt them, but likes to play chase with them. Hobbs is a happy guy. He knows his name and comes running when you call. Hobbs never strays far from his person even off leash. This is a nice dog and whoever gets him is gonna be thrilled with what a great dog he is. | |||
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 Hudson Bay Boston
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More information:  Hudson is a clown with tons of personality. He is so happy go lucky and wants to please you so badly but sometimes his exuberance gets in the way! He is a door darter, however, he has learned to sit, even when the door is open, and waits for me to say "ok". That is his release word. He has to do this sitting when he goes out the door and when he comes in and has to wait for my release word to be welcomed outside or inside. He desperately wants to please you and is super easy to train. Hudson is house trained, crate trained, leash trained, loves to go for car rides, and he is kid tested and mother approved. He hasn't been cat tested, as I don't have cats. I would say that he could go to a family with children that are 4+ years old. Reason being is that he doesn't always see what is in front of him, due to his visual impairment, and so he has a bull in the china closet mentality. He will just burst through without seeing or knowing what he has plowed through so small children might get knocked down. He needs a child that is steady on their feet and can move out of the way. Hudson is visually impaired and the only time you know it is when he runs into the curb and he is leery of some dark shadowy areas he isn't familiar. Other than that you wouldn't know he doesn't have 100% of his vision. He knows how to sit, loves to be petted and have his ears scratched. He loves to be with his person. He will whine when he needs to go potty and you better take him out as soon as he starts alerting you or else he will have an accident in the house. He has been to the dog park several times and has really loved it and plays and plays. However, if too many dogs come up to him at once, it does make him uncomfortable and he will growl and back everyone off. I believe this has everything to do with his impaired vision and not always being able to see everything so a lot of dogs at once can be very hard for him to navigate. I just keep my eye on him and help him if he becomes overwhelmed. His eyes do not produce tears anymore and whoever owned him before never addressed this issue so his eyes have developed scar tissue over them and this has impaired his vision. He will have to have drops put in his eyes twice a day for the rest of his life. He's pretty good about having the drops put in. Hudson loves stuffed animals, cow hooves, and anything that squeaks. He loves to sleep on the cool tile in my bathroom and has made the bath mat in front of the toilet "his bed". So all of "his toys and chews" end up in front of my toilet. So my toilet is booby trapped. You have to navigate the obstacle course to use the bathroom. He's such a sweet dog and will make a great dog for the right family. If I could have 3 dogs, he would be staying with me! Pics to come! Kristi | |||
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 Indy's Blanket Cocktail Boston
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More information:  Jim sez, QUOTE: This is a very sweet, calm old fellow. Poor thing, he has a multitude of woes to deal with - 3 tumors, a milky eye, no appetite and some kind of urinary tract infection - and that's just from my own observations. Indy is estimated to be about 11 years old and is still intact.He has a rather long nose and lots of frosting all over his body. The boy behaved very well on the trip up to Addison. He walks pretty well on a leash and tried to pee continually, bless his heart, though only a milky substance dribbled out between small squirts of pee. This could be why he has no appetite and won't eat. He tried to squat and defecate, but nothing would come - probably because he hasn't eaten in awhile, though Elaine reports he drinks water just fine. This guy loves to have his chin and neck rubbed, along with all the other standard cuddling techniques. He deserves to live out his days as someone's beloved companion. End of QUOTE Martha his foster mom's sez, QUOTE: I agree with Jim, this little guy has a UTI - I found some Clavamox in the medicine drawer and have started him on it. I cooked a chicken breast and he has eaten about 1/3 cup of it and has taken in plenty of water. He napped on my lap for a while and follows me from room to room. Paperwork that came with him says he is about 10 years old. He walks like his rear hips are fused - but it could be he is walking stiff legged from pain from the UTI. He also has a pronounced limp. One of his eye's is totally clouded over. He has been shaking like a leaf off and on and I don't think it is from being cold... could be he has a bit of a fever or he is hurting.. He had a couple of pain meds that came with him and I'll get him to Doc on Monday. Right now he is hiding under my bed because he didn't appreciate the fact that I insisted he take his morning pills. I've also pushed the issue of eating a couple of times by tucking chicken and beef bits inside his lips. Once it is in his mouth he does swallow it but isn't too happy about the process. We went out twice during the night to make sure he didn't have any accidents and he slept with me on the bed. He took a fairly long walk with us this morning at a very slow pace, circumnavigating the apartment property. Indy has only had one poop (on the bathroom rug) but at least we know that is working. He pee is getting slightly clearer and in higher volume though he is still straining. He doesn't act like he is in a lot of pain. He has spunk, when he decided the yellow tennis ball was his last night he growled when I tried to take it away to toss it for him. He has also growled at me when I reach under the bed, but didn't follow up with snaps when I pulled him out from under the bed. I like this little guy, once he settles in I expect he'll be feisty. Hopefully his appetite will increase. I'm going to try sweet potato on him tonight. Good news, the Clavamox is working for Indy. He ate almost a cup of soft food this morning (home cooked stew and diced chicken); first time he's shown any appetite. Since I only had a 3-day supply of the Clavamox we have an 11am appointment at Josey Ranch Animal Hospital. I want them to check him out and perhaps get him some pain medication for his poor stiff little hips. Poor boy walks stiff legged in back and has that bad limp in front. This doesn't stop him from getting around. He showed interest in a bully stick this morning (much to Rocky's indignation). He also came to me and asked to be lifted up into my lap. Indy slept thru the night last night without asking me to let him go out. When he needs to go out he goes to the front door and stares at it. Went to the vet. The only things we addressed today were his UTI and his ear infection. Doc Cortiaus tried to get a urine sample but wasn't able to insert even the smallest cath. tube so she asked if she could do an x-ray to see if he had stones as she thought there might be a blockage; she did see some blood in his urine. We did that. His weight today was 17 pounds - down from the 20.5 indicated on his Rabies Certificate. One the way home from the vet we stopped at Canine Commissary and picked up some long chew sticks - Indy had one out of the bag before I could get my seat belt on. | |||
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More information:  As you can see Jack had a really nasty ruptured eye when we got him. He is a cute and very sweet little guy dispite being in pain. Jack Rose was negative heartworm, positive hooks, and positive for demodex on that spot on his back. His left eye was ruptured and so it was removed. He has been treated for the hookworms and is being treated for the demodex as well. Dr. Cindy says He also has a little pain in the neck on the left side. So she sent some metacam for him. He is doing fine and we sent him over to Laura to foster. She will give us an update and send pictures soon. Here is what Laura, Jack's foster momma has to say about him, QUOTE: As promised, here’s the write up for Jack and I’ve attached 3 good pictures of him. Let me know if you need any other info. 2-3 years old Jack is a sweet and loving boy that likes people. He gets along very well with our 2 dogs, one being an alpha male. Also gets along well with our neighbor’s Boxer. Cats are unknown. Jack loves to play with toys and chew on his Nylabone. He did very well when he met the neighborhood children. He is thin and needs to gain a couple of pounds, but is eating well so that shouldn’t take long. Jack likes to be with people and follows us through the house. He loves cuddling on the sofa too. He has been sleeping in a crate at night and does cry for a few minutes before laying down and going to sleep. He would probably prefer to be cuddled up in bed with his people. He seems to know that he is supposed to do his business outside and does so whenever you take him out. He is learning to use our doggie door and should have that mastered soon. We will begin working on basic commands soon so that he will have good manners. This precious boy will be a very loving pet for some lucky family. Wanda's note - Jack is a really nice little guy and is cute as a button with one ear up and one ear down. He has a winning personality and gets on well with others. I think he would be a good addition to anyone's family. | |||
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 Jennatini Boston
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More information:  Got a note from a rescue friend of mine about this girl. Danielle sez: Picked up our sweet little girl today - she's very pretty and nice as can be. Her right eye is kind of a mess- very cloudy and a bit swollen .way to get her up to Gainsville for spay and checkup. She's got a perfectly round little spot in the middle of the top of her head. End of Quote Jennatini is a wonderful dog. She is good with other dogs, kids and I haven't tested her with cats. She knows sit, loves to sleep under the covers with you and is just generally everything that you would want a Boston to be. I LOVE HER! She does have dry eye in the right eye that needs to have some ointment put in a couple of times a day. Not really that hard to do and she is fairly cooperative about it. Jenna loves to get attention. She is very responsive to you and I am sure with a little training she could excell at obedience. All she needs now is a place to call home with someone to love. | |||
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 Journey Boston
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More information:  This sweet fellow is 6 years old and a regular Tuxedo boy, he is real purty, but he could use a few groceries. He is good with other dogs and was in a run with 2 itty bitties at the shelter. He is in the kitchen with all the boys right now and doing fine. He is energetic. He seems like a sweet guy, but man he is fast and ready to go. I named him Journey. This one is gonna break some hearts cause he has one of those beautiful faces that you just fall in love with. He is good in a crate. I don't think we will have him long cause he has style and will win hearts without even trying. | |||
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 Keith Richards Boston
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More information:  This little boy was adopted from the shelter then returned because although he was housebroken he peed on the corner of her couch at night. Maybe taking him out to pee before bedtime might have helped or even closing the door to the bedroom so he was in with you and not allowed complete freedom of the house might have worked. Sheesh. Anyway, when I saw this long lanky boy, I just knew he had to be Keith Richards to go along with Mick Jagger. Now I am remembering him back in the 70's of the Stones heyday when he was a young skinny fella. Richey as I call him, is a very sweet and loving dog. He is very eager to please. He knows how to sit, stay, beg, and loves to go with you wherever you go. He follows me around like a shadow. Richey loves to lay up high and observe what is going on. This boy is a love muffin. If you want a best friend, this boy is more than willing to be that best friend. Richey might not have the "classic" boston look, being longer and lankier with the longer nose, but boy does he make up for it in personality and love. He has the attitude and the I am a happy guy vibe that we look for in a great Boston. He doesn't photograph well so he won't wow you with his looks, but I can vouch for him as being soft and glossy coated. He has the most beautiful black glossy coat. As you can tell I am just a little smitten with this boy. You want a good friend, Richey sez he is there for you. | |||
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 Kid Curry Boston
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More information:  My friend at the shelter says, QUOTE: The owner surrendered him to the shelter because she did not have enough time for him, and did not want to walk him. (Yes I know, people still amaze me.) Anyway, he is a happy little guy. Brindle and White All he wants is some affection from someone, anyone and he is happy. Martha, his foster momma says, QUOTE: Kid Curry (aka KC) is a great young boy with lots of energy, but not bouncing off the wall. He loves to play with the other dogs and often initiates play; unfortunately some of that play involves jumping on the back or nipping the ears of the older dogs… He is learning doggie etiquette from Ginger and Rocky as they both rebuke him when he gets out of line. If KC picks up a toy that Rocky wants, Rocky will starting whining and bowing and then KC takes off at a run and the race begins, around the house, in and out of the doggie door, around the yard. It usually ends with KC in my lap panting as he thinks I’ll help him keep the toy. Kid Curry knows how the use the doggie door, but still has accidents in the house. I’d say he is about half way to being house trained. Accidents only seem to happen when I’m not home. KC is always already for a cuddle and wants to be next to his people. He will settle down on a dog bed if you insist. He likes to sleep in bed with me and will start up near my face expecting pets, but when I tell him to “go to bed”, he’ll go to the foot of the bed and settle down. (Sometimes he goes under the bed to sleep). KC walks well on leash and really enjoys our visits to an elderly neighbor. KC is a wonderful puppy like BT and is eager to learn. I think he would do very well in obedience classes and recommend that whoever adopts him enrolls him in classes. He has already learned to sit for treats. Now we are working on sitting for treats and waiting your turn (he does try to grab treats for the other dogs practically out of their mouths). He will back down when you say Aye Aye Aye so I know he wants to please and understands he isn’t behaving how I want him to. Lovely boy, I think he would do well with either a boy or girl dog companion. I leave the dogs free in the house (no access to carpeted rooms) when I’m at work and other than a few potty accidents he is fine loose. KC knows what a harness is. I had a size small on him yesterday but it was just a tad tight so I dug out a size medium and was tightening it down and both KC and Rocky showed up ready for a walk. | |||
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 Kilbeggan Boston
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More information:  Here is Kilby's story per Elaine: Wanda,I just received a call from the woman in Luling who donated the “lost” quilt (she has a Boston female). She was at the gas station and a couple there were offering to sell their 10-week-old purebred BT puppy for $50 for gas money. Of course Cyndi couldn’t stand the thought of who knows what kind of person getting this pup, so she purchased him and called me to see if we could take him into rescue. I can get the pup from her this week and keep him until you can find a longer-term foster for him if you agree to take him. Cyndi is disabled and can’t care for a young pup more than a couple of days. I can get more info and photos to you. Let me know what you think. (I SAID YES since it was a puppy and no puppy should be sold on the side of the road like that, besides it was one of our supporters who really didn't want to own a puppy, but couldn't stand to let the puppy be sold to any person who drove by.) I slept on the couch with the Luling pup the last couple of nights, and he’s a good sleeper; only woke up once each night to potty, then straight back to bed and went back to sleep. He doesn’t whine much either when I leave the room. I’m glad I don’t need a poopie either! Here is what Jim who picked Kilby up from Elaine has to say about him, QUOTE: Group, This is the young puppy that Elaine's friend was able to buy for $50 from "owners" who needed gas money. Thankfully this darling, brindle boy is now out of their hands and will soon have a competent, responsible family to call his own. He has some digestive woes, though since he hadn't eaten in anticipation of his neuter surgery later today, he only piddled a little on the puppy pad in the crate I transported him in. What a sweetie-pie. Just looking at him in his little sweater will melt your heart. He came with a blankie and pink plush toy from the kind samaritan woman who rescued him from the idiots. Met Martha at the appointed time and place, so by now he should be short a pair of wallies and been given the once over by Doc Cindy. Elaine noticed he had a bit of a rough patch of wrinkly skin over his right eye, but we couldn't determine if it needed a skin scraping or not. Can't wait to hear a good name for this snuggle bunny. Jim Wanda's notes: This baby is now neutered, had his first set of puppy shots as I am sure he hasn't had any shots before now, and is ensconsed in the masterbath to keep him isolated like you are supposed to do to a young puppy until they have ALL Their shots. Kilby does have a bit of kennel cough. He will get his next set of puppy shots on the 17th and then he will get his rabies and last set of puppy shots after the new year. He is a sweet roly poly puppy who needs everything any other puppy would need. If you don't want to housebreak a dog, take it to training classes or deal with pee, poop, puke, chewing, biting or any of the other things puppies do during puppyhood, then don't bother to apply for the puppy. Puppies need more time and attention their 1st year than adult dogs do. You need to be willing to invest your time and attention on this puppy before I will adopt him to you. Puppies are a lot of committment and work on your part. The more effort you put into trainging a puppy the better dog you will have. | |||
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 Kitten Cuddler Boston
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More information:  Here is what Cheryl has to say about her, QUOTE - Hi Wanda, Bruce and I rec'ed a call from our vet who told us a young girl had left a young 1 y/o female bt to be put down because she had lost her home. They called us first to see if there was any way we could help this little girl since they knew we had rescued all of our guys. This was Sat afternoon and Bruce went right over to get her before it was too late. We are not able to keep her. One young female can ruin the minds of our male pack. Kinda makes them crazy. You can see by the pictures that she is a beautiful young female. She is house broken and smart. It didn't take her long to learn the doggie door and the rules of being in a pack. She is sweet natured and we can't believe anyone could give her up. She came with a bed and she stays in it all night. She looks healthy but a little skinny or maybe our 3 are just chunks. Probably the latter! We really need help finding her a forever home. They said her name was Cuddles and she would be a wonderful addition to any family. Cheryl & Bruce END OF QUOTECheryl and Bruce have adopted quite a few old boys from me the past 11 years so how could I turn down their plea to help this girl. Can you believe someone would put down a young dog like this because they are moving? JEEZ. Cuddles is a great little dog and will make someone a great pet as soon as I get her spayed next week. I may have an approved adopter interested in her already. | |||
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 Laughing Lucy Boston
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More information:  Lucy, her siblings and her purebred Boston mother were all dumped at the Austin shelter because the owner could no longer afford them. The shelter called me right away to get them out of the shelter environment so these babies wouldn't catch anything. We know these puppies are half Boston, but do not have any idea what the daddy was. Since at 6 weeks they were only around 4 lbs. I do not believe they will be large dogs. They have been wormed and given a parvo shot at 3 weeks, wormed and given 1st set of puppy shots at 6 weeks. They will be spayed, wormed and given 2nd set of puppy shots at 8 weeks and if adopted before 12 weeks of age will need to have a rabies and the final round of puppy shots at 12 weeks old. Misty is a typical puppy who will need obedience training, housebreaking and the whole 9 yards that all puppies need. I prefer people who have had previous Boston puppy experience since some Bostons can bounce off the ceilings and prove to be too much for a lot of people who haven't been exposed to Boston exuberance and energy levels. With the proper obedience training, time, and love, these puppies have the potential to be great family friends. I plan on getting them spayed, the week of August 6th and they should be ready to adopt by the 11th. | |||
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More information:  My friend Sue said I got another one for you this girl's owners turned her into the City AS. She was the son's dog, he had surgery so can't take care of her any more. They said the Dog has worms andthey couldn't afford to take to the vet!! This little girl was someone's lap baby. She loves to be picked up and held. She is So sweet and kissy. She was terrified at the shelter so Sue pulled her asap. She gets along well with the other dogs here. This one won't be with me long cause she is a darling baby. | |||
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 Liberty Cocktail Boston
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More information:  This dog has been picked up from the shelter and is in a temporary foster home until April 22nd when she will be transported to ABTR to be vetted. I won't know any more about her until then. Thank you. | |||
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More information:  Kara at the shelter emailed me asking, QUOTE: Do you have space for a little female? She was surrendered today. No time for her. She is very sweet and we are very full. End of QuoteElaine picked this girl up and sez, QUOTE: Here's what I know so far: Lee Lee - this is the first girl, the 5-year-old owner-surrender, I picked up from San Marcos. Crazy name but she recognizes it so perhaps you can find something similar. She is a little submissive but oh so sweet. She sleeps in the bed at night with Gemma and Sissy and she doesn't make a peep--no snoring and no moving, just sleep until I'm ready to get up. She has 1 blue eye and 1 brown eye, may have had puppies in the past. Not tested for HW. End of QUOTE Wanda's note's This is a sweet girl and she slept with me too. Likes to get under the covers. She gets on well with my dogs, but is a bit frightened of all the hubbub for now. Hopefully, she will come out of her shell when she realizes that we ain't gonna hurt her. LeeLee was not a name I would be able to remember so we renamed her Lily Pad as it is similar and a drink name. | |||
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More information:  My name is Lizbuth, but you can call me Lizzy. I might have a grey face, but I am a lively old girl as you can see in my pix. Can you see I got all 4 feet off the ground in one and am practically flying. I am enjoying being able to run instead of just having puppies to care for. I been told I have GORGEOUS brindle markings. I have had puppies so am not in as good a shape as I will be after getting more excercise to tighten up my muscles. I am excercising every day so I can try and get close to my original girlish figure. I am a very friendly girl who loves to get attention. I am so happy to get attention even just being held I wiggle from my rib cage down to show how happy I am. I got the moves let me tell you. If you want to love a girl who hasn't had much love in her life, then I am the girl that you been looking for. Wanda's notes: Breeder surrendered 6 Bostons to the Commerce shelter. Lizzy is a sweet girl. She is very friendly and wants attention. This dog gets along with all the other dogs. She enjoys love, attention and having a place to run and play. Lizzy is very eager to please. She is being fostered with Lisa who will do a write up for us in a few weeks to let us know how she is doing with her. | |||
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More information:  Here is what Jim has to say about Loopy, QUOTE: He is probably between 1 and 2 years - my guess would be closer to 1. He is quite skinny, but doesn't appear bony, so maybe he just has a very thin frame, though I am packing on the groceries for him while he's here. He is a steady eater, neither snarfing his food down, nor picking at it. He seems to enjoy both the kibble and moist canned foods equally, and takes treats nicely without lunging or snapping.Another long body, long tail but he does appear to be just a badly bred Boston as opposed to a mixed breed. He has the most captivating wall eyes and even when he's looking directly at you, he kind of isn't! It is very cute. He must have fantastic peripheral vision. Loopy is a very sweet, and loving boy - a great cuddler and loves attention, though doesn't pester you for it. He gets along fine with my crew of 6, and has shown neither aggression nor submission toward any of them. He just likes everybody and everything. Toys and chewies don't interest him much, but perhaps he's just never been exposed to them before. He does love to play with the other dogs but again, doesn't pester them to do so. He appears to be housetrained, or could easily be trained. I've seen him do both types of elimination outside, and not caught him marking indoors, though there are undoubtedly temptations of rior "accidents" around the house. He does have some type of respiratory woe, but has been on Doxycycline since Tuesday and today (Thursday), he does seem to be better. It's more of a squeeky sneeze and wheeze than a cough. He did have clear/creamy nasal ischarge when I first saw him, but he hasn't had any lately, so that's a good sign. His nares appear to be quite normal, but of course I don't have equipment to look deeply in his nasal tract. Waco does treat each dog as they come in with an anti-flea preparation, so no fleas on him. I did give him a bath and cleaned his ears, which had virtually no gunk in them. He was not thrilled with the bathing process but didn't fight it either. Loopy did enjoy the towelling off session as do many dogs. Have not weighed him, but my guess would be 16 pounds or so. He is on the small side of normal for a Boston. Loopy is the perfect combination of loving but not needy, playful but not rambunctious, energetic yet not manic. He was just so darn easy to get along with and fit in seamlessly with my crew, which is not an easy feat. He wasn't aggressive or overly submissive. It turns out he might be 50/50 housetrained ;-) His bathroom habits are funny - he squats to pee, and lifts his leg to defecate! I was walking toward the kitchen and there he was on the dining room rug and lifted his leg. I thought he was about to pee, but instead he just took a dump right there in front of me before I could say "ACHHHH" or my usual "don't do that" noises... He's eager to please, so I'm sure with a little work he will learn the proper habits. It will be a lucky individual or family who gets this guy. | |||
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More information:  I got a note about a Boston in Quarantine from a fellow rescuer. When I contacted the shelter, I was told QUOTE: He was a stray that a child was playing with and during play got a pinprick "bite" on hand. The dog is very nice, once his QT is over (@ 8th), if not reclaimed, I will check him out more closely. End of QuoteSo since I know that sometimes in play scratches and slight nips happen, but they are not what I would call bites. So I decided to pull him and check him out. This is a GORGEOUS boy! He is sweet, loves attention and just seems like he was someones beloved pet. He is in good shape, not skinny and his coat is in good condition. It is strange that no one came to claim him. Cal will be a great addition to anyone's home. He is eager to please and wants to be with his person. He follows me around the house well and is responsive to my voice and any corrections I may make to any of the dogs. This one is a keeper. I will let you know more after I get him vetted. | |||
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More information:  This dog gets scared in a shelter environment and got nippy which is why I was requested to pick him up. New owner will have to come and pick up. I will NOT transport this boy. Toby is a very nice boy once he gets used to a new place. The shelter totally freaked him out. I will put up more later. I have an emergency I need to take care of. Wanda | |||
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More information:  Luke was OS to the shelter because the owners were afraid he was going to drown in their pool because he likes to swim and kept jumping in it when they were gone to work. Instead of putting him in a crate so he would be safe, they dumped him at the shelter. I didn't get any paperwork from the owners showing that he had previously been vetted, but he is in good shape and was heartworm negative. From the way Luke acts, he wasn't taken out and socialized as he was terrified when he got here. He stayed in his crate for days and ran from me when he got out. Took about a week before he decided I wasn't the big bad wolf and would come up to me for loves. He is still a bit timid, but becoming more confident daily. Luke likes treats, he likes other dogs and he is a very sweet boy. He likes to be petted. Seems to be housebroken to the doggie door. Loves to run like the wind with the other dogs and is just a general all around good happy to be Boston. He has plenty of energy but is not bouncing off the walls. This is a handsome Boston with the droopy tilty ears that give them so much expression. He is gentle when he takes treats and he wants to please. I would start him in an obedience class to build his confidence. Did I mention he knows how to sit. This is a very nice boy who has had a home and not a puppy mill dog. So he has a head start on a lot of dogs from the shelters cause he knows what love is. | |||
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More information:  Martha sez, QUOTE: Shandy was a stray picked up by the Garland shelter. I picked him up in the morning and kept him overnight until I was able to get him up to ABTR. Shandy appears to be house trained. He didn’t mark or have an accident in the house during the time he was with me. He got along well with both my boys (Rocky and Blue) but I kept him separate from them when I wasn’t home as he was intact and they kept pestering him. Shandy walked well in harness back to the little apartment dog area and enjoyed playing chase with the boys. When I picked him up he allowed me to hold him for a while but I don’t think he was accustom to being held. He also preferred to sleep in a dog bed in the LR overnight even though I brought him into the big bed twice. Shandy tolerated his bath time and didn’t try to leap out of the bath. He did enjoy the rub down with a towel afterward and didn’t enjoy my cleaning out his ears. He was a good boy at feeding time and didn’t gobble or guard his bowl. I did startle him a couple of times when he was asleep (I think he is either deaf or hard of hearing) and his reaction was to get away, but he wasn’t in the least aggressive when startled. This is one sweet boy who wants to please. END OF QUOTEWanda sez: This GORGEOUS sweetheart is deaf, but he is very eager to please. He already knows the sign for sit that we were taught when I took Teddy to obedience class. Shandy does like to sleep in his own dog bed at night. I close the door and when he has to go outside he barks and I get up to let him out. He hasn't barked the last few nights as I made sure to take him out before bedtime. He doesn't use the doggie door. He gets his cues from other dogs. Shandy is a very sweet boy who sticks pretty close paying attention watching his momma and anyone would love to have him. He doesn't know he is handicapped so he is still eager to learn. This boy has a lot of potential to be a great dog and a great ambassador for deaf dogs everywhere. I love him! Shandy is beautiful too and has that short Boston nose with wrinkles that makes you go "oh he is so cute!" Can you tell I am smitten? He will wrap you around his little paws in short order too. | |||
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More information:  Here is what Tammy had to say about this boy, QUOTE: This guy was brought in as a stray yesterday. Found in the road with a harness, dragging a chain. He was completely infested in fleas and he's anemic. We're on it though. We gave him frontline last night, that didn't take care of all of them it was so bad. I gave him a good scrub down today, he's doing fine. SWEET SWEET SWEET. My new favorite dog in the shelter for now. End of QuoteWanda's notes: Mauipazaui is here and safe. This boy is a heart stealer. He loves everyone he meets dogs and people both. He is playful, happy and just a want to be with you guy. Maui has gained weight and is looking so much better than he was. He had a cough that he has been on meds for and has gotten better. This boy will make anyone happy. He is the kinda Boston most folks think about when they think Boston, happy, energetic, loving and just all around friendly to everyone. Maui does play a little rough for some of the older dogs who get mad at him and snap. Maui just dances away with a look like what is his or her problem, LETS PLAY! Maui even gets my boxer to play with him and Teddy usually doesn't like male Bostons messing with him at all. So that tells you something right there. This boy has personality! | |||
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 Mick Jagger Boston
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More information:  1/21/13 - Terry picked up this extremely emaciated little red Boston that had been hit by a car today. She is taking him to Wendy who will be fostering him. Mick will see Wendy's vet and we will know more after xrays. FOSTERED by Wendy B | |||
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More information:  I got a note from the ACO stating: We have another Boston in our shelter. He came to us with infections in his eyes and ears. Can you help him? End of Quote. We said yes as this is one of our shelters that always calls us when they get a Boston. Karen, Zoe's foster mom sez: The Terrebone guy is here, and "he" is a she. She has a quite a bit of hair loss around her right ear, forehead and eye, on her little squiggle tail, a good size patch on her back and slight loss on her left side. Her coat was dull and full of dandruff and flea dirt, but did not see any live fleas on her. She is scratching at times so we brought her to the self serve dog wash and gave her the royal treatment. Conditioning anti itch shampoo, shampooed her twice, and the dead fleas and flea dirt coming off was unbelievable. The water ran reddish brown, it was sad when I think about the misery she must have endured. She even had fleas and dirt between her toes! Cleaned her ears and I did not find them to be sore or very dirty. She has tear stains and here eyes look okay for now, will check her again in the am for any drainage. I am hoping that it is just flea allergy and it will resolve quickly with some good flea control and helped by good food too. She does not seem to know how to play with toys, but she does enjoy chewing on bones, antlers and hard rubber toys like Kongs and the hard rubber teething type bones. Unfortunately, she did find one of my sandals---so she does like to chew on shoes as well. She will sit most of the time for her bowl and treats, and pets too. We are working on "wait" before coming inside as a group. She does pretty well with the other pups. I only count to three to make her successful, but she is a quick learner. Walks fairly well on a leash. She seems to signal need to go out by pawing my arm insistently. I think she is housebroken. I don't have a doggy door here, but I think that she will do great once she can go out on her own. END OF QUOTE Wanda's note: Zoe still needs to be vetted, but will be available for adoption after Memorial day if she is not heartworm positive. | |||
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More information:  This little girl was surrendered by her owner because he was going to a nursing home. What I have learned about her. She stays really near me when I go from room to room and when I go outside. She seems to be housebroken when taken out enough. She pops up on the bed with no trouble. She sleeps plastered to your side. She gets along well with my dogs even my grouchy girl Giggles. Missy knows sit. She was good in a crate at the vet, but not so good in the crate in the back of the van as she cried in the van where she didn’t at the vet. Missy likes to go for rides and just be with her person. She is small enough to be a lap dog. She has plenty of energy, but is not bouncing off the ceiling. This is a really great little dog and IF I did not have enough personal dogs, this one would be staying here with me. So... I am looking for a great home for her to lvoe her and treat her like the princess she is. | |||
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More information:  Here is what Elaine his foster momma has to say about him, QUOTE: He is in a kennel in my living room. He's a big guy, atleast 30 pounds. He is obviously crate trained since he jumped right into the crate in the car and again when I got him home. He's quiet right now, and didn't make a fuss when my gang went nuts barking at him. I haven't introduced him to anyone yet. He's a sweet boingy boy. I was looking at the recent lists of suggested names for other dogs, and thought perhaps Moose River Hummer from Donna's list might fit him since he's so big, and we could call him Moose. If this is acceptable let me know. I'll send some additional photos later if I can get him to hold still long enough without getting bowled over. | |||
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More information:  Mountain is a BIG boy, hence the name if anyone remembers that Rock group, they sang Mississippi Queen. Mountain is bigger than Jethro Tull I would guess at least 30 lbs. Splash and has a lightning bolt tail. The lady inside the shelter told me I was gonna love him cause he was housebroken and a really nice dog. Seems that he did not have one accident at the shelter and as soon as they took him outside to potty, he did his business. As soon as I walked him out, he did his business. He is good with other dogs and very playful with them. This boy is good natured and has that great Boston personality that we all love. I do like him a lot. He is a Pretty boy too. Wasn't too happy about being in the crate and softly cried, but wasn't obnoxious about it. He is about 3 years old. He likes his toys and will run and play with them. This one is gonna make someone really happy as he has that great BT personality and just a zest for life. He is playful with the other dogs and not aggressive at all. I don't know why someone isn't going nuts trying to find him. He is a fantastic dog. I would be frantic if I had lost him. | |||
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More information:  Elaine sez: he walks cramped over with significant muscle tone loss in both hind legs, somewhat underweight, corneal scar, mild tartar. He is a happy, cute as a bug, lively boy. Notes show he is friendly with other dogs and children. He’s doing very well in his crate right now. Jim Sez: This guy is such a lovable cuss and his wobbly walk only makes him more dear. Thanks to Elaine for fostering him. Bet it was hard to say goodbye to such a sweet soul. She said he was very friendly and playful with other dogs. He does have quite an awkward rear end alignment, but he is now at Doc Cindy's where he will have x-rays and determine what, if anything, can be done to improve him. He weighs 18.7 lbs and is heart worm negative - YAY! He could use some groceries, but perhaps with his bad patellas, it might be a mercy that he is thin. Darling little bent stubby tail. Nico was so cute. He started out in the booster seat, then sort of hung out on the edge closest to the console, then slowly inched his way onto the console and tried to sit on it, though Velma's is a rather skinny one, so he slid between my hip and the console, facing the back seat, and he seemed to really like that snug position, in which we rode the majority of the trip from Hillsboro to Gainesville. In the last few miles, he kind of worked his butt backward onto my lap, so as we pulled into Doc Cindy's, he was stretched across my lap and starting to snooze. Wanda's notes: Nico is home with his foster momma Martha. He is now neutered. He has birth defects. His knees are not luxated. They were never in the sockets at all. They are about an inch outside the sockets and the ligaments are all atrophied so can’t be stretched out to put the knees back in the sockets. Dr. Cindy put some major umph on them today while he was sedated trying to move them into place and they just wouldn’t go. She saw no sense in cutting him for something that didn’t look like it would work through outward manipulation first. She took some xrays and is going to send them to a specialist to get an opinion on them to see if there is anything to be done, but she doesn’t think there is. He is just gonna walk funny. At least he is in no pain! I LOVE HIM! He is a sweet boy. I wanna keep him. Bad wanda Bad bad wanda. He is a young one, about a year old, with bilaterally defunct rear patellas, so he walks pretty sadly. He has no issues with climbing the stairs to the couch or bed. Although Nico sez, I am not one for long walks. I prefer to play inhouse or to lay on a soft pillow. His spirit is very upbeat and he’s a real cutie. As you can see by the photo of him playing with his foster brother Rowdy that Nico has no idea that he is "special". He thinks he is just a regular Boston and is hoping that someone will see him for the sweetheart he is and give him a forever home. UPDATE: Martha his foster mom sez, QUOTE: ABTR Foster Nico (aka Nicolalas) has a birth defect that left his knees out of joint. He doesn’t know he is “defective” and plays with abandon. There are only two things I’ve observed that Nico can’t do; he can’t jump up on furniture and he can’t go with you for walks. Since I allow the dogs on furniture I set out some small steps and Nico figured out how to use them to gain access to the couch. Nico walked about ˝ block with us to visit with a neighbor but wasn’t interested in making the walk back. He is perfectly comfortable being carried. I don’t have a stroller so haven’t tried him in that. Nico is a very lively and enjoys teasing and playing with the other dogs. He is also fairly agile and will occasionally try to get my more sedate/alpha female to play with him be running in and acting like he is going to nip her leg, then he springs back and barks at her when she turns around to chase him. Nico and Rocky (not Rowdy) play wrestle and tug all the time. This has strengthened Nico’s back legs and he now has some well defined leg muscles. When Nico first got here he had trouble walking/ playing on the laminate floors. Since he has gained strength he seldom slips on the laminate and I’ve been able to pick up the path of extra rugs I laid out for him. Nico will chase a toy when it is thrown but hasn’t grasped the idea of returning it for you to throw again (that is Rocky’s job). When Nico and Rocky play tug of war it sounds like WAR, but it is just play. Nico is house trained to the doggie door and I’ve not observed any accidents or marking in the house. Nico likes to sleep right next to me in bed and will usually sleep thru the night. Nico thinks he is an interior decorator and will relocate dog beds, rugs and shoes. I found one of my slippers in the back yard. Don't leave anything that isn't a dog toy down low. Like any young dog, Nico is a little bit mouthy and we are working on that. Nico has learned to sit and wait his turn for treats. UPDATE 10/16/11 - NICO IS NOW BEING FOSTERED IN MECHANICVILLE NEW YORK for ABTR - here is the update on Nico per the foster parents Jim and Gretchen, QUOTE: We have had Nico for three weeks. He has made tremendous physical progress since being here. He walks 2 miles a day, twice a day, when our schedule allows, and has bundles of energy. He has learned how to do stairs with ease and will jump on and off of the furniture if you let him. Gretchen has taken him to work and he was overwhelmed with her clients as they tend to be loud and have some physical behaviors that made him nervous. This boy is a real character and has stolen a piece of our hearts. After reading his bio we thought that he would be more of a low key homebody but as his health has improved he seems to get more energy by the day and we are very happy to see his progress. Nicolalas is one adorable boy with a big personality. He is still very much a puppy. He loves to take long walks and is currently walking two miles a day (twice a day on the weekends). He has a great time playing rough with his Boston Terrier foster brother and just loves to steal all of the toys. He has shown no food or toy aggression but his spirited play needs to be monitored. He walks great on the leash, is crate trained, and house broken. No accidents in the house for this boy! Nico is very smart, learns fast, and is easily motivated by food. We are not sure how he will do with cats but has been great with every dog he has met so far. Nico has had a complete physical and dental exam and is great health. Nico has some problems with his knees. He was born with patella's not in place but this has not hindered his ability to walk, run, jump, etc. When you watch him walk he looks like John Wayne. He has grown stronger in the weeks has spent with his new foster family. 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More information:  This is another one of the 15 total Bostons we got from the Commerce shelter. This poor boy is blind, but he is a BEAUTIFUL dog! He is sweet and a bit nervous until he gets used to you and his surroundings. He was used as a backyard breeder and when the new laws came out in Texas, the breeder dumped him and 15 others at the Commerce shelter. I think with a little love and compassion, this little boy and he is what I call a small boston at 18 lbs, would make a great companion for someone. Red loves treats and when I am handing them out is first in line. He doesn't like to be picked up and tries to get down when you do. He sleeps in a doggie bed in the kitchen. This boy is young and playful. He, Tarzan and any other dog that will play with him, play tug of war, the mouth game and I got the toy a lot. Red just needs someone to love him. If you didn't know he was blind, you would think he was normal when he is in his space that he has mapped out in his mind. I think someone who loves special dogs like this, would think they won a gold mine when Red gives his love to them. FOSTERED BY AUDREY H update from Audrey 3/13 - I am currently fostering Mr. Ohio State Redeye or Red as we call him. I thought I would take a minute and tell you a little more about this sweet, sweet boy. I picked him up from Wanda a little over 5 weeks ago now. Wow! it seems like he's been with us for much longer, and yet i cant believe its been that long already. In my house it is me, my purebred BT Tessa and my rescued boy Bolli (who came from Wanda. Bolli can be a bit of a punk with meeting new dogs, but after letting them sniff each other through the gate/kennel bars for an hour or so they were just fine together. There have been a few very minor scuffles over toys, but that still happens with my two who have lived together for years. it was never anything that i had to even get involved in, always just a quick burst of "Hey - I was playing with that!" When he first came to me he didn't like much more than a pet on the head, and def did not like being picked up and would fight to get away. I worked with him on this a lot from the very beginning, and he now loves full body rubs and close cuddles. Though he still holds himself a little stiff when picked up, if you put one arm under his butt and hold him close i think he feels more secure and is calm about it. if held like that for more than a couple minutes he starts to close his eyes and snore. Sweet baby this one is. He takes his bath well, and even lets me dremel his toenails now. (which i do by sitting on the floor and laying him belly up between my legs to keep him from rolling over on me. this is a pretty precarious position for a pup, so the fact that he allows it after just a couple weeks is amazing and shows his gentle spirit and willingness to trust) He learned the dog door in a matter of 2 weeks, i worked with him on IN first, and once he had that down he learned OUT in just a few more days. The first few weeks at the house i did keep him in a belly band, as he was trying to mark all over the place, not sure if its maybe a way he tries to gain awareness of his new surroundings or what, but i wanted to make sure he didn't actually succeed in spraying, hence the diaper. he doesn't mark any more, and has had only minimal accidents in the house. He is kennel trained and will stay in there quietly if necessary, but really the only time he's in there since he learned the dog door is feeding time. i feed him in there and my dogs gated in the kitchen because he can get a little grumpy while he is eating. only with the dogs though. i have stuck my hand in his bowl while he's eating, taken his food away and played with his face and he has shown no aggression towards me what so ever. i do speak to him first though, so he knows its me and not one of the dogs in his space. Red likes to sleep, he acts older than he is to me. and when this boy sleeps, he snores. its quite humorous, and fairly loud. His favorite spot is in the dog bed in the kitchen, i have tried to get him to sleep with us in my room, but i think he prefers the kitchen. He is finally coming around to liking being on the couch for a night of movies and cuddles, though he will not jump up on the furniture by himself. Once up there though, he inst in such a rush to get down anymore. Again, he gets sweeter the more he realizes what love is and what it means to be a pet and not a breeding machine. He has the cutest face, and some of the best expressions. When i put my face right up to his, he sniffs me and then gives just a couple gentle kisses, not like my two who try to smother you with their tongues if you get close enough. lol. sometimes i hold him tight and just kiss his head and face repeatedly, and he starts his grunting and snoring. It makes me smile. He is a great dog, who as you can see has def stolen a piece of my heart. i feel very honored to have been able to be a part of teaching Red what love is and helping him come out of his shell more and more. He loves toys, and rough housing and napping with my dogs. and now that its warming up i come home more and more to find him outside lying in a sunny spot on the patio. He is a special boy for sure, and whomever decides to adopt him will be very blessed. the things i would say to consider are this.. 1. He gets very stressed out in new places, places he doesn't have mapped out in his mind yet. which is understandable. (you wouldn't even know he was blind seeing him at my house, he knows where everything is now and navigates around furniture and obstacles very well) so if you are like me, and like to take your dogs with you everywhere, Red might not be the dog for that. He wants to feel secure and new places means bumping into things and a confused, stressed out dog. 2. he does OK on a leash if you just let him mosey on his own and follow him. he does not like to be lead on a leash, again, kind of understandable since he cant see where he is going. I'm trying to think of anything else that may be considered a negative to someone about Red, but i cant. He's awesome! I have asked some friends with kids to come and visit as test subjects. I will let you know how he does, but i really cant see there being a problem. he is really a gentle sweet boy. i have an album on my Facebook page that has the pictures of Red at my house, as well as an album of videos that are public, so you can view them if you would like. here is the link. Please feel free to ask me any questions at all, and if you do decide to choose him, i will be a little jealous, but mostly ecstatic for both Red and his lucky new family! | |||
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 Olle Goop Boston
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More information:  In Louisiana vet being worked on. I have not seen the dog so can't give any more info than this. He was in pain and we got a volunteer to go get him from the shelter and take him to her vet to be treated asap. No pix were taken as volunteer was rushing to get him to a vet there in Louisiana. I will let you know more as I know more. Vet called and told me heartworm neg and gave me estimate of $744.80 for what needs to be done, but could run more expensive depending on what he finds once he gets in there. Other eye is not in good shape either. I OK'd the surgery for the $744.80. We will need some donations for this old boy. Thank you. UPDATE FROM LINDA, OLLE's Foster mom, QUOTE: Olle was in a high kill shelter in LA. At 11 yrs old and with his eyes seriously neglected, and in pain, he was in desperate need of help. ABTR did not hesitate to tell me "Go get him." when I called about this dog. He was rushed to a vet and the next day had the painful eye removed, a growth on the other eye removed, dental work and was neutered. His recovery was much faster than I expected. This old man has a love of life and shows his appreciation every day for anything done for him. He will require daily eye medication for the rest of his life. I personally consider it a pleasure to help him with such a simple task. When I get his medication out he sits still and lets me put it in. Never resists or complains. He is such a good dog. I can't stand to think how close he came to death in the gas chamber. What a terrible shame that would have been. Olle likes other dogs. He plays with our Maltese puppy and the Dachshund too. I have not cat tested him. He is happy and enjoys his food very much. He loves treats and will sit on command. I guess I should be trying to teach him some tricks but to me he is perfect the way he is. No barking or jumping on people or furniture. No chewing up the shoes or remote controls. Just ready to share a chair with you and to look at you with his one eye that says with his expression "I love you." Olle has a lot of spirit and will make a wonderful pet in a quiet home. Thank you ABTR for saving this awesome dog. Someone will be very fortunate to have him share their life. | |||
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 Orange Truffle Mocha Boston
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More information:  This sweet baby girl was one of the Arkansas HSUS Seizure dogs. I have no idea why she is still with me. She is an unusual color and gorgeous!!! Maybe because she is not friendly to all dogs and can be a bit bossy? OR because I said she was afraid, but she has worked out of that over time. Truffles is a very sweet and loving dog to humans. I would really love to get her into a great home before Christmas if possible. The story can be found here ARKANSAS HSUS STORY 7/5/10 This one is an unusual reddish brown brindly color. Not a red persay and not a brown either, just an usual in between color. Against the red background you can't see the color that good. I should have used blue. As you can see she too has been bred to death. Her behind is naked and has a lot of hair loss. The shelter labled her aggressive and the vet labled her very sweet and hasn't seen any dog aggression in her. I got her in the kitchen with several of the laid back dogs and she is doing fine. She wants to be friends, but she is a bit scared. Orange Truffle Mocha 17.7 lbs is heartworm negative and needs to be spayed. She was scared too. But did pretty good. She was more Please save me and shaking. Is now up to date with shots. I will know more about her fecals and skin tests next week. UPDATE: 8/28/2010 - THis little girl went into heat so was unable to be spayed last week. I am planning on spaying her the week of September 6th. She was heartworm negative and will be ready to go when she is spayed. We ARE taking apps on her now! UPDATE: 11/20/10 - Truffles is a precious girl who is looking for a great home to love her. Her hair has grown back in and she is looking good. She wants so much to please. She will rear up against you to get loves and is no longer the scared little girl we picked up from Arkansas. This dog has great potential to be a wonderful dog if we can get her inte with someone willing to train her as she wants desparately to please her people. Are you that person? | |||
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 Oscar C Boston
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More information:  Owner placed him themselves after we took him to several home visits. /they made no donation for our efforts on his behalf. Male Weight: ~18 - 20 lbs Age: 4.5 years (born October 27th, 2005) Owner surrender Good markings – Black & White Up to date on all shots Heartworm/Lyme/Erlichia: Negative!!! Neutered Good with cats? Good with all cats met so far, but will want to play. Good with children? Great with ALL kids met so far. Good with other dogs? Good with all dogs met so far, but will want to play. Housetrained? Yes, goes to door. Crate trained? Yes, fully crate trained. Special needs: None specifically, although has a sensitive stomach so we currently feed him Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin & Stomach formula dog food to be safe. We’ve also fed him Nutro’s Natural Choice Chicken Meal, Rice & Oatmeal formula, which he liked as well. More information: Oscar is a beautiful, extremely intelligent 4.5 year old male black & white Boston Terrier with extremely good markings and structure. His owners had to surrender him due to their growing family, and fear that they would not be able to give him the attention that he so deserves. Oscar is a pure bred Boston Terrier, and fully registered with the AKC. He is completely up-to-date on all of his shots, current on his flea & tick medicine, is already neutered, and is an all around healthy dog. Oscar does have a tendency to eat and drink very fast, which sometimes comes back up if he is not given time to let it digest. His favorite treat are ice cubes, which comes in pretty handy! Oscar is great with babies/children and other dogs/cats that he has come in contact with to-date, has never bitten anyone, and is completely house and crate trained. He understands the simple commands of sit, here, stay, fetch, and heel (although may not always prove to you that he does) and is also good on the leash. Oscar is an indoor dog, but does love to spend time outside as well (make sure it's not too hot and that he has plenty of water). As with any Boston, he is full of a lot of energy and absolutely loves to play (with people, other animals, toys, etc.). Oscar is not at all timid, and loves other dogs that can keep up with him. Once he has that out of his system, he will cuddle up on the couch next to you, without moving, for as long as you'll let him – best of both worlds. Wanda's notes: Oscar's owner who loves this dog has agreed to foster Oscar until we can find him a good home which shouldn't take too long as this boy is everything that a Boston should be as well as has never known anything but love. Whoever decides to adopt Oscar will get a really good dog who is already a well adjusted boy. The owner did the write up for me. It didn't all fit in my spaces so I just copied the whole thing so you could see everything about the boy. | |||
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 Pajama Jammy Jam Boston
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More information:  PJ came in with a snotty nose and has gotten over that problem now. He had a injury to his eye and we did the eye flap pricedure to let it heal so he has a bit of a scar on his eye and the eyelid from the stitches. It is all healed now and lookng good. He has also gained weight and no longer the skinny boy in the photos. I need to take some more and will do so when I get some time. PJ is over his snotty nose, but he is still a very snorty boy. So if you like snorting Bostons, this boy is for YOU! PJ is full of energy and bouncy. He is a good boy and gets along well with the other dogs. Although he won't let them push him around and stands up for himself. I think he would love to have a little sister to play with. PJ knows how to sit and loves to go out on the leash. He loves to go for rides and pops right in the van. PU thinks meeting new people is the greatest thing ever and bounces all over them. This boy has a lot of potential for someone willing to take a bit of time and take him to obedience classes. He has an eagerness to please that just works with obedience training. Whoever gets this boy is going to be happy. NEEDS A FOSTER | |||
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 PawPaw Paradise Boston
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More information:  NEW BOY WEEPING WOUNDS - will give more info after we get him to the vet on Monday. We are treating his wounds with a hexadine flush and the puffer like we used on Nicky with his raw wounds. we have started him on antibiotics as well.I do like this boy, very gentle and friendly even when in pain. | |||
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 Peejon's Kiss Boston
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More information:  This sweet baby boy was dumped at the shelter because the owner was moving. He is a GORGEOUS boy who has a very shiny black coat and is not skinny so he was well taken care of. This boy has the most beautiful face. He is slightly wall eyed, but that just adds to his charming looks. Jon has those tippy forward ears that give him an inquisitive look. This is one of the cutest little boston faces I have seen in a while. Jon is a sweet heart who loves people and is very happy to see them. Sometimes a little too happy as he is a submissive pee'er. But that can be worked with and will go away as he gets older as I have had a few that did that in the past and with my training and getting older, they got over it. He is quiet in his crate. He is good with all the other dogs here. Jon is a sweet baby who just needs some understanding and love. Can you give him that love and understanding? | |||
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 Penny Lane Boston
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More information:  This is what her foster Martha has to say about Penny Lane, quote: I’m absolutely in love with Penny Lane. She is a sweetheart with attitude. The Garland Shelter folk think she is 2-3 years old. I think she has had at least one litter of puppies. Based on Penny’s reaction to kids around the apartment complex I think she will be good with kids. She may even be good with toddlers. When she sees kids she barks to get their attention and wants them to pet her revels in the attention. She gets along with other dogs and really enjoyed a play time in the dog park with our neighbor’s LabraDoodle 8-month old puppy. He must outweigh her by 50 pounds and she showed no fear. She really enjoys a car ride and had fun exploring both “Woof” and “PetsMart”. Penny Lane and Rocky enjoy playing together, and she will bring a toy to him to entice him into tug of war. I think she would cuddle with Rocky if he’d let her, but he looks pained and gets up when she shows signs of wanting to snuggle. Yesterday he was sleeping in his favorite place on the back of a chair when she got up into the chair to nap. He stood up and ended up jumping down from the back because he wouldn’t step down onto the chair by her. Penny Lane sleeps thru the night on my bed. This lady can snore. When I come home from work, Penny Lane rushes to me and does the “pick-me-up” dance, twirling around on her hind legs. Penny Lane knows “sit”, “wait” and “leave-it”. She walks well in a harness, though it is a challenge to get her into it. She doesn’t pull on the leash and will stop when I tell her to “wait”. She seems to be house-trained – only had one accident in the house when I didn’t catch her signal that she needed to go out. She tolerated her bath without fighting it, and gave me the stink eye for about 15 minutes after we were done. FOSTERED by Martha | |||
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 Peter Pan Cocktail Boston
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More information:  This is another one of the 15 babies from Commerce that the breeder dumped. The story they told me on this one was they couldn't sell him due to the eyes, so they decided to keep him and use him for breeding. Tell me, just how intelligent is that? Can't sell the dog, but lets get more puppies that we can't sell out of him. Sheesh. Anyway, this little guy is the friendliest boy every. He wants attention and is not afraid to tell you so after he gets to know you. He is a bit nervous at first, but once he knows you oh what a happy guy. He is a small boy and like almost all the dogs except Gypsy was extremely skinny with skin issues of hair loss and flakey skin that we are addressing. Petey will make someone a great dog who doesn't mind that he has eyes that look all directions. There is nothing we can do for corneal dystrophy. It is just a clouding of the eyes that develops over time. Foster Mom Martha's update: This is the sweetest boy - I love him. He is also skittish and showing some shyness/fear at changes. He is startled by leaves blowing, kids playing (even though he wants to go toward them); odd noises, etc. So far he has done all his potty business outside. It is a challenge to walk with him - he winds his way between my legs alternating that with putting his front paws on my leg to get me to pick him up. He slept all night with me last night. | |||
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 Phantom LIttle Rock Boston
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More information:  When I was doing my Little Rock run, I got a call from my friend Roie who had gotten a call from the Pulaski Arkansas Animal shelter asking her to take an owner surrender because they were full and the dog would be euthanized if the owner brought it in to them. The shelter was told it was an albino Boston. Luckily I was still in Little Rock and I called and made arrangements with the lady for her to bring the dog to me. He is her mothers dog and her mother has alzheimers and since the mother can't remember to take the dog out for walks etc then it was too much trouble for the family to take over those duties on top of caring for the mother. So she brought him to me. I had driven all night, it was freezing cold and my heater in the van was out and I was tired, so I don't remember what the lady told me the dogs name was. Here is the information the owner emailed to me in response to my questions after I got home: Wanda I can not find any paperwork on Gilbert but here's info on him: -Albino Boston Terrier -Born in 2001. -One owner since 2002. -Has some seasonal allergies. -Not current w/ shots. -House trained to the doggie door. -Good watchdog - w/ strangers to the home, he will bark. -Kids - he can get grumpy if he's over-petted by kids. Licks in the face a lot if you're down low. -Sleeping - will sleep w/ you and snuggle way under covers if allowed. -Has been eating Beneful dog food -Will walk on a leash, but he tends to take the owner on a walk End of message. I imagine part of his allergy problems is the beneful dog food as that is nothing but grains and we know the Bostons have a lot of issues with grain in their diet. Right now, he is scared spitless and keeping out of my way. I am sure after being the only dog all his life that coming into the doggie madhouse is very stressful on him. So we will give him some time to get used to it here before I try and catch him to take him to the vet to get him updated on shots etc. I imagine in a week or 2 he will be friendly as can be once he has figured out he is not gonna be hurt around here. | |||
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 Picon Limon Boston Chihuahua mix - Bostywawa
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More information:  Limon and her bothers as well as 12 other dogs were all dumped at the Commerce shelter by the owner. The shelter called me right away to get them out of the shelter environment so these babies wouldn't catch anything. We know these puppies are half Boston and Chihuahua. Since at 6 weeks they were only around 2-3 lbs. They will NOT be large dogs. They have been wormed and given all sets of shots as they are old enough. They Have been spayed, wormed and given 2nd set of puppy shots. At 12 weeks we will give a rabies and the final round of puppy shots. Limon is a typical puppy who will need obedience training, housebreaking and the whole 9 yards that all puppies need. I prefer people who have had previous Boston puppy experience since some Bostons can bounce off the ceilings and prove to be too much for a lot of people who haven't been exposed to Boston exuberance and energy levels. With the proper obedience training, time, and love, these puppies have the potential to be great family friends. UPDATE FROM FOSTER MOM ERICKA: Pichon Limon (aka Lily at my house) is a sweet and curious puppy with a big personality who has been a joy to foster. She is about 19-20 weeks old and weighs in at a whopping 8 lbs, this is a 1.5 lb gain from when I got her two weeks ago. Her house training has came along really well and she does fine in her crate while I am at work - no potty accidents in the crate. She knows to potty when she is let out into the backyard. She does very well with my two cats and my two dogs. I have both male and female cats and dogs. She was very shy and nervous when she first came to my place, but once she came out of her shell there was no turning back. She loves to run and play chase, she also loves to chew and loves to snuggle. She knows that her chews and toys are kept in a small box in my living room and knows to get toys from there for chewing and playing...unfortunately she doesn't put them back. =) I reccommend that her furever family provide a toy box as well, this will help keep her from chewing anything she's not supposed to. Her favorite chew is an antler. I am going to take her out for a walk with a harness and leash this weekend for her first time, I'm sure she will get the hang of that because she seems to be an intelligent dog. She sleeps through the whole night but once that alarm clock goes off she rolls around and licks my face to remind me that it's time for breakfast - she is the cutest most loving little pup and would make a wonderful addition to any active family who can match her high energy levels. | |||
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 Picon Punch Boston Chihuahua Mix - Bostywawa
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More information:  Punch and his sister and brother as well as 12 other dogs were all dumped at the Commerce shelter by the owner. The shelter called me right away to get them out of the shelter environment so these babies wouldn't catch anything. We know these puppies are half Boston and Chihuahua. Since at 6 weeks they were only around 2-3 lbs. They will NOT be large dogs. They have been wormed and given all sets of shots as they are old enough. They Have been spayed, wormed and given 2nd set of puppy shots. At 12 weeks we will give a rabies and the final round of puppy shots. Punch is a typical puppy who will need obedience training, housebreaking and the whole 9 yards that all puppies need. I prefer people who have had previous Boston puppy experience since some Bostons can bounce off the ceilings and prove to be too much for a lot of people who haven't been exposed to Boston exuberance and energy levels. With the proper obedience training, time, and love, these puppies have the potential to be great family friends. | |||
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 Picon Whiskey Boston Chihuahua mix - Bostywawa
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More information:  Whiskey and his sister and brother as well as 12 other dogs were all dumped at the Commerce shelter by the owner. The shelter called me right away to get them out of the shelter environment so these babies wouldn't catch anything. We know these puppies are half Boston and Chihuahua. Since at 6 weeks they were only around 2-3 lbs. They will NOT be large dogs. They have been wormed and given all sets of shots as they are old enough. They Have been spayed, wormed and given 2nd set of puppy shots. At 12 weeks we will give a rabies and the final round of puppy shots. Whiskey is a typical puppy who will need obedience training, housebreaking and the whole 9 yards that all puppies need. I prefer people who have had previous Boston puppy experience since some Bostons can bounce off the ceilings and prove to be too much for a lot of people who haven't been exposed to Boston exuberance and energy levels. With the proper obedience training, time, and love, these puppies have the potential to be great family friends. | |||
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 Pink Dink Boston
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 Pink Panther Boston
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More information:  This sweet baby boy has lived his whole life at a breeders facility. I am not sure why the breeder got rid of this boy other than he is terrified of people. He is not even year old until next month. Panther is a small happy little boy who wants to be friends, but is afraid. We are making progress with him, but he will need time and lots of TLC to come around. He is not snappy, just hunkers down and runs away from you. Panther needs all the normal training you would give a puppy like sit, stay etc. This baby is a sweet dog who needs someone to show him that people are NOT monsters and not to be afraid as they will love him. | |||
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 Pink TuTu Boston
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More information:  This sweet baby girl has been used as a breeding machine for profit for almost all her life. The breeder got rid of her because she was not producing puppies as fast as she was being bred. Tutu is a small happy little girl who wants to be friends. She is not the typical shy puppymill dog. She is a bit timid and hunkers down, but her little butt is just a wagging and she WANTS to get some attention. She needs all the normal training you would give a puppy like sit, stay etc. She is a cuddler and just loves to be loved on. This baby is a sweet girl who needs someone to show her that having puppies is not the be all and end all of her existence. We still need to vet her and may have a possible adopter for her already. | |||
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 PINWINNIE ROYAL Boston
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More information:  This is what Linda has to say about Pinwinnie, QUOTE: Her name is Molly and she is 9 plus years old. I was told she was healthy by the LACC vet. She did say she has cataracts, but I don't think they are advanced because her eyes look clear. HEr vision seems ok. She gets along with other dogs and is very good with the adult humans that I have seen her with. She is very calm and accepts whatever you want of her. I was told her owner could no longer have an "outside" dog at her residence so whe brought her into the LACC. I guess 9 years of devotion was not enough to earn her a place inside the house. LACC is a high kill shelter! Her owner stated she did have an incident where she snapped at (DID NOT BITE) a child that grabbed her. That was 4 years ago. There is no other incident of aggression in her lifetime. She is crate trained and doesn't complain in her crate. Maybe that is because she likes being indoors. She can hold herself from 8-10 hours in the crate. She did that at LACC. She never soiled her kennel. She is a very sweet girl who very much deserves to have the last years of her life spent with someone who loves and respects her. | |||
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 Razz-ma-tazz Boston
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More information:  Nancy sez: Dr. Fairchild called and she has two female Bostons at the shelter in BR. They appear to have what may be a staph infection and allergy. Both are HW- which is certainly an advantage. Of the two she estimates one to be three or four and the other to be a year and a half. End of Quote Wanda's note's - The shelter vet aged them younger than Dr. Cindy did. so I am listing them at the age Dr. Cindy put on them. You can believe the shelter vet if you like. They are energetic enough for younger dogs who have greyed early. We have named them Razz-Ma-Tazz and Rue Royale as those names just seemed to go together. These 2 girls were strays at the Baton Rouge shelter so we have no previous history on them. They get along great together and seem to be bonded. The way I can remember who is who is Razz in Red and Rue in Blue. Both girls hop right into the crate together as if they have always been together. They are crate trained and both of them know how to sit. These babies play well together and are good with other dogs. If you are looking for a bonded pair of girls, these are a good pair to look at. They are both very playful and loving. They have that great Boston personality that everyone looks for. | |||
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 Reba McIntyre Boston
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More information:  Here is what Kristi has to say: Everyone,I spoke with Officer Devendorf after work today at the Cibolo Shelter. She is super nice and loves to work with rescue. She said these girls are precious and real love bugs. They love people and other dogs. She said the two boston girls appear to be spayed. She thinks they are 1-2 years old. They are really friendly with people and other dogs and are little love bugs! Wendy her foster momma says, QUOTE: This is Reba in the pink collar. Reba lives up to her namesake; she's a leggy girl with more red brindle highlights than her partner. Reba is a super sweet dog. She wants nothing more than to please you in every way. She loves lap time and will stand on your chest and wash your face with kisses if you let her. Reba is very intelligent and quick to respond. She is crate trained and potty trained. If she has offended you she will immediately roll over into the submissive position and wait for your guidance. Reba loves to play with other dogs and to chase a tennis ball. She's a sound lap sleeper with little movement. while these girls do love each other, they're not what we would call a 'bonded pair'. Dolly is dominant, Reba submissive, and Dolly controls Reba. They obviously are used to being together and I find them sleeping together at least once a day, but that's almost the extent of their interaction. They find separate places to nap throughout the day and, while Reba plays with with Becca until Dolly makes her stop, they never play with each other. They're both sweet girls, very loving to people, comfortable with other dogs and confident in their own personality. We believe they would do just fine, Reba may even flourish, in individual homes. FOSTERED by Wendy | |||
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 Red Gin Boston
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More information:  This little girl is part of the seizure that Arlington made last week. She came from a puppymill originally and her boobs show it. Poor girl boobs are so saggy that we all throught she was pregnant. She will NEVER be pregnant again!!! She is in heat and will be spayed after her heat is over. Red Gin is a busy little girl who is learning to be a beloved companion. She is happy for any attention and not afraid of you like some mill dogs are. I think that over time and with someone who is willing to work with her on obedince and showing her what being a beloved member of someone's family that this dog will be a great family member. | |||
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 Red Rudolf Boston
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More information:  Emaciated puppy has cherry eye, hopefully will have enough weight on him after the new year to be neutered aIf you don't want to housebreak a dog, take it to training classes or deal with pee, poop, puke, chewing, biting or any of the other things puppies do during puppyhood, then don't bother to apply for the puppy. Puppies need more time and attention their 1st year than adult dogs do. You need to be willing to invest your time and attention on this puppy before I will adopt him to you. Puppies are a lot of committment and work on your part. The more effort you put into trainging a puppy the better dog you will have. nd have eye fixed. | |||
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 Remy Martin Boston
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More information:  Got this note: There is a special needs Boston at Dallas Animal Services. He is young. He has something wrong with his back legs. One of them is able to bear weight some and the other one is completely limp. X-rays were taken and they couldn't see any physical damage to his back. He is social an good with other dogs. This is all we know about him at this time. End of QuoteSharon says, quote: His little legs don't work so well, but that doesn't stop him from playing with a bunch of toys! He should sleep well tonight because he's played a lot. Update from Kristi, quote: On December 31, 2012, Remy was taken to Dr. Ormston and Dr. Amy, with Jubilee Animal Chiropractic, for evaluation. Remy was scheduled to be fitted for a wheelchair the following day. Dr. O evaluated him and told us he doesn't need a wheelchair and that he thinks Remy suffered neck trauma at birth. This caused some of the bones in his neck to block the signals from his brain to his back legs. So it was as if Remy had no back legs. Dr. O gave Remy a chiropractic adjustment and look at him now!!! Remy is up on all 4's and is WALKING!!! This is just after ONE treatment!!! Thank you Dr. O and Dr. Amy! You gave this baby a new life! Remy has a long road ahead of him rehab wise. He has a lot of muscle and strength to build in his back legs. He will also continue to require treatments until his body "remembers" to stay in the place the chiropractic adjustments are putting him. If you'd like to contribute to Remy's care please visit our website www.americanbostonterrierrescue.org and click on our Paypal link. Every little bit helps!!! Remy thanks you! FOSTERED by Kristi G | |||
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More information:  Here is what Rachel has to say about Ridley, QUOTE: attached are pictures of the new guy I picked up yesterday from Dr. Fairchild at the East Baton Rouge Parish Animal Control Center.He is young (she estimated under 2 yrs of age), heartworm +, unaltered, with bilateral cherry eyes. He is very sweet and a very good boy. He is minding his manners for the most part and loves rolling and scratching his back on the rug. After his bath, he moaned the entire time he got dried off because it just felt so good I guess. He is sleeping in the kennel without a peep and I expect he'll make someone a great dog. He knows sit, so he must have been someone's pet before ending up in prison and I just can't imagine his people not looking for him. End of QUOTE Jim's note: Ridley is a very laid back, sweet boy, two cherry eyes. He was a quiet and relaxed copilot who snoozed the entire way. I had no paperwork on him, so no clue as to his provenance, age or health history. He weighs 18 lbs. Wanda's note: Ridley had some severe cherry eyes. Dr. Cindy had to work on them for a while to get them situated. We are putting meds in as they swole up really bad after surgery. They are looking better now, but still need improvement. This is an extremely nice boy. He loves attention. He is submissive to the other dogs so the more dominant ones pick on him. So we have him in the kitchen with the itty bitties right now. He gets along with all the other dogs even when they are picking on him, he doesn't try to protect himself. He needs to go in with dogs that are not overly dominant so he is not overwhelmed by them picking on him. I want him to have a loved life, not one that he is being terrorized by a dog that has never known anything but love. Ridley is a very easy foster and he can stay here as long as it takes me to find just the right home for him. He is good with the cats and we let him go out in the car yard with us where the outside cats are. He pretty much ignores the cats and go does his business. He comes when we call. I really like this boy. I know when I find him a new family that they will love him a lot. | |||
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 Rosarita Boston
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More information:  This was someone's baby! She had her toenails painted pink! So she probably had a girl child who loved her. I am surprised no one looked for her at the shelter. I named her Rosarita as she just looks like a Rosa to me. This poor girl has got a severe case of Kennel cough probalby from not having the KC vaccine and being exposed at the shelter. I estimate that it will probalby be a couple of weeks before she is well enough to adopt out. Gotta get rid of that cough, but I am estimating that she will be ready to go by October 15th if she is not heartworm positive when we take her to the vet next week. Rosa love attention and seems to be a really nice dog. right now the cough is bothering her so I can't give you a lot of information. She has been well cared for and loved as she is well fed and those pink toenails attest to it. This one will find a home fast as she is a lovely girl. | |||
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 Rue Royale Boston
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More information:  Nancy sez: Dr. Fairchild called and she has two female Bostons at the shelter in BR. They appear to have what may be a staph infection and allergy. Both are HW- which is certainly an advantage. Of the two she estimates one to be three or four and the other to be a year and a half. End of Quote Wanda's note's - The shelter vet aged them younger than Dr. Cindy did. so I am listing them at the age Dr. Cindy put on them. You can believe the shelter vet if you like. They are energetic enough for younger dogs who have greyed early. We have named them Razz-Ma-Tazz and Rue Royale as those names just seemed to go together. These 2 girls were strays at the Baton Rouge shelter so we have no previous history on them. They get along great together and seem to be bonded. The way I can remember who is who is Razz in Red and Rue in Blue. Both girls hop right into the crate together as if they have always been together. They are crate trained and both of them know how to sit. These babies play well together and are good with other dogs. If you are looking for a bonded pair of girls, these are a good pair to look at. They are both very playful and loving. They have that great Boston personality that everyone looks for. | |||
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 Rusty Spike Boston
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More information:  Got a note from Linda in Louisiana saying, QUOTE: Look at what I just did! He is 23lbs, unaltered, 12- 18 months old, has hooks & whips but have Panacur for him, has a back left leg that was lame when he went into the shelter 5/26. Vet said he has improved with confinement. I see only a slight odd movement when he walks. He does walk with that leg with no complaint. BUT a dog with any problem the shelter is unable to fix easily, is in danger. They have no Xray machine but Vet said she palpated the leg and does not think anything is broken. He let her do exam and no complaint. He bears weight on it and does not cry so thinking maybe a pulled ligament or muscle. He could have been tapped by a car. He was a stray. As I said, I tried to get you and was just scared not to take him. I could not stand to think of this handsome boy going down. HE IS HEART WORM NEGATIVE! The vet tested him for me. Donna, Rusty's foster mom has this to say about him, QUOTE: Rusty is a happy go lucky youngster. He gets along with my Doberman and 2 Bostons and loves playing bitey-face and wrestling with everyone. Even my grouchy old Boston does not mind him too much. He doesn't like to be bothered and Rusty doesn't annoy him. Rusty is a beautiful dog and his personality is every bit as beautiful. He is very loving and enjoys being with his people. He is submissive to the other dogs. Every time the door opens he runs to the door and barks to make sure people know he's guarding the house. He has no problems with the doggie door, but isn't housetrained yet. He has been marking but he is not neutered yet, and that may stop when he gets neutered. I think he will be easy to house train, but it is obvious he has not been trained at all. We are working on sit and stay with him, and on the house training. It does look like he was hit by a car or something because he has some scarring on one of his back legs and his rear end does not seem quite right. However, it doesn't stop him from walking or running or whatever he wants to do. We will see what Dr. Cindy says about that, however anyone who adopts him needs to be prepared for arthritis problems as he ages. If it were just up to me, Rusty would be home right now. | |||
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 Sally Shih Tzu
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More information:  Sally was loved at one time by her owners. She is housebroken, good in a crate, loves her little bed and stands up on her hind legs and prays for food. She will do the pray for food in a sitting position as well. She is too cute. She has been well cared for and is is very good shape as a 10 year old dog. Well when she was 10 years old, her owners decided they no longer wanted her. So they told one of their neighbors that if they couldn't find a home for her they were gonna take her to the shelter. NO home was found. The neighbor couldn't stand it and told them she would take her. Unfortunately, her little Yorkie hated Sally, so she asked me if I could find someone to love her. Well, in just the short few days I have had her, I now love her, but I can't keep her. I got enough dogs. So... Sally needs a home. She is a small dog and loves to be held and loved on. She would make someone a great lap dog. When you take her outside to do her business, she does her business and then comes back to you so you can pick her up and carry her in the house. When you start to bend over she swings her behind your way and does a little jump when she feels your hands on her body to help you pick her up. She don't weigh nothing as she is mostly hair. I think she weighs about 6 lbs. The lady who gave her to me had tried to brush the matts out of her hair as she hadn't been brushed in a while and had some burrs in her hair. and she did pretty good on the outside part of her hair, but there were knots up next to her skin that we had to cut out when we got her groomed. I too tried to brush out the matts before taking her for grooming as well. She had a little top knot in her hair, but it was long enough it kept falling in her eyes. It was also fine enough that it kept escaping the band holding it up. So living in the country like I do, I had the groomer take that topknot off and clean up her face so that you could see her pretty eyes without all that hair falling in her face. I also had them give her poodle feet cut so that if her feet got wet she didn't have a lot of wet fur on her feet. She still has about an inch worth of hair on her body and a foofy tail, but I had it fixed so when she did her business none would get on her tail. She can now eat without getting hair in her mouth and food on her facial hair as well. Her hair will grow back fairly quickly for an owner that wants to brush her daily. But you gotta remember to have a comb and brush all the way down to the skin so there won't be any matts in that fine hair of hers. Sally is a quiet little thing, but does bark when something warrante being barked about like someone coming to the door. She will sleep right next to you in bed if you lift her up there. Sally has learned that she can go up the steps to get on my bed like the other dogs. UPDATE: Unfortunately Sally managed to get inbetween 2 clawed cats who were fighting and both of her eyes were injured. The injuries were so severe that Dr. Cindy had to remove her eyes. Sally has recovered well and is in no pain. She is still the same sweet loving little dog that she was. If you are looking for a little sweetheart of a lap dog that will cuddle with you and make you smile, then Sally is the perfect choice for you. FOSTERED by Wanda | |||
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 SALT WATER WILLIE Boston
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More information:  This is what Rachel who picked Willie up has to say about him, Quote: Willy is in the house! He is SKINNY (see attached pics) and heartworm positive. He is over the snots and is very quick and likes being outside. Knows a little about toys, is mouthy, Not aggressive like, just interested in you.He is confused, but doing ok. I fed him a small meal, didn't want to overload his little frame. He picked at it but finally ate it. I like him! End of Quote This is what Nancy who temp fostered Willie on his travels up to me has to say about Willie, QUOTE: tonight my heart is heavy because Saltwater Willy has left us and is now on his way to Gainesville, Texas with Maryanne. Wanda, let me just tell you that you are going to love this sweet little fellow. I estimate him to be maybe a year old. He still has some puppy behaviors that will need some work and training but he so wants to please that I expect his training to go quickly. He marked once or twice shortly after his arrival and then was perfectly well behaved in that respect for the rest of his short visit with us. Willy got along very well with my crew, even my crazy cat. He eats great and appears to have a cast iron digestive tract, something I really love in a Boston. He digested all of his food beautifully with nice solid poops. He crates well. At night we did crate him and never heard a peep out of him. This little fellow was an absolute joy and I already miss him so much. The saving grace here is that I know that he will be treated for heartworms, well cared for and every effort will be made for him to find the perfect home. I also know that he will make some family a wonderful pet. He will be loved and will return that love and he should enjoy many years as a loving member of someone's household. I do love my volunteer work for ABTR. Handling transports really is fun once you get the legs of the transport worked out. Fostering for the short term is also fun but it is so hard to let them go, especially when you have one that just yanks on your heartstrings. Willy did that to me. Wanda, please give him a kiss for me. He is already missed. End of Quote Wanda's notes; Willie is a sweet little boy who needs a whole lot of groceries as he is very skinny. We have started his heartworm treatment. This boy is very loving and playful. He has been good with all the cats and dogs he has met here. Willie is very special and is looking for someone who will see that in him. | |||
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 Santa Fe Maggie Boston
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More information:  The shelter says, QUOTE: They brought her in because she escapes. They have had her three years and were given the dog by a friend, by the look of her she spent all her time in the back yard, no wonder she tried to get away. End of quoteThis dog is skinny! I have to get some weight on her before I will put her through heartworm treatment. I LOVE HER. She is just a little thang and so sweet. She just wants to be picked up and loved. Maggie knows her name and will stand up on her hind legs to be picked up. This is a nice little dog and I can't believe someone would get a little housedog like this and chunk her out in the backyard. I don't blame her for escaping. Sheesh. Maggie is a love bug and just loves her canned food mixed with the dry that I am feeding her up with. Once we get her fixed up, this dog is gonna make someone VERY VERY HAPPY! | |||
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 Scottie Mac Boston
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More information:  Gorgeous dog - very frightened at the shelter - eager to please - ok with my boxer and all the other dogs - good on a leash ok in crate VERY NICE Dog will be vetted after the holidays so do not know heartworm status yetThis is a really nice boy. I am guessing him between 1 and 4 years of age. Dr. Cindy will put what she thinks he is on the paperwork. He is good with the other dogs and seems to be housebroken, but as always treat em like a puppy and get them on a schedule as they will do different things in different houses with different people and input. Scottie is very gentle and takes food easy from your hands and no snapping so I think he will be ok with kiddos. I am guessing him to be around 20 lbs plus or minus. he has already learned his name is Scottie so he seems fairly intelligent. We always recommend taking a rescue dog through at least one obedience class if not more depending on how much he needs. I like him and think he will be adopted very fast once I get more info on his health status. | |||
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 Shimmers Boston
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More information:  I got a plea stating, QUOTE: There is a boston at CCAS in McKinney - on stray hold through Tuesday - she can leave Tuesday after 4:00pm. She seems really sweet - I think she was found at a vet clinic. END OF QUOTEI went and picked up this sweet little girl. She was in heat so had to be in quarantine until she got over being in heat. That is probably how she got lost and lost all her weight as she is pretty thin and needs some groceries. She is now spayed and will never have that issue again. It looks like she has had at least one litter of puppies. Whoever owned her didn't care that much about her to not use heartworm prevention for her. This is a BEAUTIFUL dog, who is very loving and sweet. She just wants to please and with a little time and training will be a great dog. She already knows how to sit and stay. She likes to go for rides and she just has a lets get along attitude. This dog is a keeper for someone who is looking for a girl who is special. We will have to treat her for heartworms before she will be available for adoption. | |||
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 Smoochie Smoochie Red Boston
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More information:  Jim sez, QUOTE: Gang,Got a call there was a red Boston male in the Tri-City shelter, and so off I went to Desoto. This sweet gentleman is so beautiful in color and temperament. He just loves on anyone who pays him any attention, and at the shelter they have glass cases with cats in them from floor to ceiling in the lobby. He walked up to the glass and his little stump started waggling, watching the kittens playing there. He is therefore evidently cat-friendly! I will assume he is also dog and people friendly, since he's so laidback about every new encounter. I swear if I didn't already have a herd of heathens, this guy wouldn't have made it to Wanda - he just wouldn't accept staying in the booster seat and would slowly make his way over to my lap, so I just relented and he rode very quietly in my lap the whole way. He wedged his butt against the center console and placed his legs between my legs and leaned against my belly and snoozed off. Frosty brows and some worn-down, slightly yellowed teeth would indicate to me he is older, but of course will await professional estimation for his age. He is in good weight, though I'm sure some premium groceries and TLC will have that gorgeous brown coat glowing with vitality. He walks well on a leash with very little pulling. What a handsome, mellow fellow. He will make someone a perfect cuddle-bug. Wanda's notes: This boy is everything that Jim sez he is. I really like him. Smooch is a sweetheart. Gets along with everyone here. Smooch is a lover and a half, which is why his name is Smoochie Smoochie Red. He will make someone a great companion. | |||
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 Snapple Sensation Boston
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More information:  This is a nice dog. Good shape Hair is a big dull, but good food and love will fix that up Shy at first and takes a few days to get to know and trust you. Crate aggressive if she is scared. She is very loving and friendly once she knows you. | |||
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 Southern Mint Julep Boston
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More information:  This girl is a good girl and obviously has been well cared for. I couldn't believe an owner did not show up to reclaim her. This little girl had a microchip that someone did NOT bother to register. I checked several registries, but no registration. PEOPLE!!! I CANNOT STRESS ENOUGH.... PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE REGISTER YOUR MICROCHIPS when you adopt a dog from me. I don't want them accidentally lost and no on able to find their owners. This is gross, but she had a couple of what we thought were abcesses, but turned out to be that cattle worm, warble, bot, or whatever you want to call it in her side. When Dr. Cindy was examining the area she pressed on it to see how bad it was and this worm came out of her side. IT was DISGUSTING as it looked like one of those white grub things with a black head you see in the ground when you are gardening! She came from an area that has lots of cattle and reading up on this fly, she could have picked it up walking through grass, the fly eggs or whatevers being on the grass and then she licking that area that they attached to and ingesting them. Dr. Cindy says she hasn't seen one in 20 years, and she has NEVER seen one in a Boston before. We are taking care of it with doses of ivermectin. Ewwww! Can you tell I don't like worms? More to come. | |||
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 Southern Sparkle Boston
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More information:  This little girl came from the Garland shelter. She was marked rescue only for being shy. So far I haven't seen shy. Sparkle has that happy go lucky Boston spirit that makes you smile. She is a gorgeous little girl who is busy and loves to play. She gets along with all the other dogs here. All she wants to do is play. Some of the other dogs get a bit irritated at her because she nips and jumps at them to get them to play. Sparkle acts very puppyish. I doubt she will be available long because she has good markings, is only 18 lbs and is a young female which are usually snapped up quickly when we post them. Sparkle will add a little sunshine and sparkle to your life. You can't help but smile at her. | |||
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 Spanky Boston
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More information:  As you know we are full as can be and as soon as I get one out I have one waiting lately. BUT… Janet called me this morning just a week before Christmas about this little 13 year old man Boston that had been dumped by his family in the shelter because they are moving. ARRRRRGGGHHHH!!!! (yeah right, I imagine they were getting a puppy for xmas and didn't want the old dog there any more, but you know me I am jaded and have a poor opinion of people like these after all the years I have seen this stuff). When I saw the pix of his little face in the shelter, there was NO WAY I could leave him there! Look at that guy! He looks like he has given up hope. I put the pix to the left side of the screen. Now tell me, after seeing that pix, could you leave the old man in the shelter? Neither could I and that is why he came home with me and spent xmas as my house. I REALLY HATE THESE PEOPLE RIGHT NOW!!! Here is my rant... I hope that the folks who dumped this wonderful old dog live long enough to learn what it is to be dumped in a strange, cold, unloving place in your old age!!!! Luckily for Spanky, his little face spoke to one of my wonderful adopters who loves the old dogs, so as soon as he gets over the snots and has his lumps and bumps taken off, his dental and some bloodwork, then he will be going to his new home in Utah to be with Tandy and Jack her other 2 dogs she adopted from me. This boy has hit the jackpot in finding a wonderful home to live out the rest of his old age. Thank you Janice for seeing what a great dog Spanky is and looking past the age to the dog himself. | |||
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 Speedy Beemer Boston/French Bulldog/Pug
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More information:  Jim sez, QUOTE: He didwell in a crate - no accidents, and that he got along well (perhaps TOO well) with her females. This boy is ADORABLE. Very mischievous, though, since his main attention was spent on trying to chew a hole through the freshly-laundered fleecy throw in the booster seat. He did settle down and tried sitting on the rear seat and the rear footwells before some console surfing and then a return to the booster seat. Loves to be loved on and especially likes scratching behind the ears and under the throat. Gorgeous coat with some brindle undertones, and he's in great body shape. Definitely young, though as usual I won't hazard a more exact guesstimate. Pretty standard size - I would guess about 18 lbs. I would say he definitely doesn't have any Frenchie in him, so he could just be a badly bred Boston or possibly a Bug who claimed much more of the Boston characteristics than Pug. His tail stump looks like it might have been docked, so no telling what the original equipment was like. Whatever his provenance, he is 100% precious. Wanda's notes: I agree with Jim, this is not a Boston Frenchy cross as the shelter thought he was. He is either a badly bred Boston or a BUG a Boston pug mix as we have had some that look like him come through in the pass with that mix. Beemer is a happy little guy and he was a little humpy when he first got here, but my girls have set him straight on that matter. He is eager to play and like Jim I believe this fellow is young maybe a year or so old. I will know more after we take him in to get vetted. | |||
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 Sugar Cookie Martini Boston
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More information:  She was an owner surrender that we took due to the circumstances. Her mom is in the hospital dying of cancer. Her Dad is elderly and very frail looking when I met him. Mr. Martin doesn’t want her left in her crate all day and all night while he is attending to his wife. So… he turned to us to find her a new home. Cookie is a year old tomorrow on Feb 20. She is AKC registered. Cookie is a Gorgeous dog who is in very good shape. She is about 20 lbs, black and white. This little girl has never known a day of want in her life. She is well adjusted, happy and very loving. She does need a bit more work on obedience, but she is a good girl who wants to please. The owner says she is paper trained in the house, but needs a bit more work to be fully housebroken. She is crate trained. Cookie has never been around children just older people, but I am sure she would be adaptable to kids over 6 years old if they were calm children. She wasn’t ever around dogs either, but other than a bit of nervousness, she is handling the dogs well here. This is a dog that should never have ended up in a rescue. She should have a wonderful family who loves her and spoils her. I promised Mr. Martin that I would find Cookie a great home. So here is our sweet Cookie. | |||
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 Swizzle Stick Boston
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More information:  We picked up a Boston from Waco and I got this note the next day from Fallon, QUOTE: Hey Wanda, they showed the volunteer who came yesterday ANOTHER girl we got in who is mangey. We did a skin scrape and it is demodex. She's very sweet too. I know you guys are covered up, but it is raining Bostons this month!! END OF QUOTEI took her, did you think I wouldn't? You know I have a soft spot for the demo babies. They aren't contagious, just look and feel real bad. But don't tell Swizzle that cause she doesn't know she feels bad or looks bad either. Swizzle is one sweet and loving girl and when we get her hair fixed she will knock your socks off with her beauty. This girl is pretty on the inside too, she is loving and happy and just the nicest Boston you could ever meet. | |||
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 Tarzan O'Reilly Boston
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More information:  The lady at the shelter contacted me about this boy pleading for me to take him because he was such a great dog and she didn't want to put him down just because he had picked up kennel cough in the shelter. So Gareth and I drove up to Springdale to meet this amazing guy. The ACO had actually taken him home to keep him from being euthanized and he got along well with her fuzzy mixed breed dog. Tarzan is not a little Boston. He is built like a brick outhouse as my Daddy would say. This boy is solid muscle. He was well taken care of before he came into the shelter and I don't know why his owner never came looking for him. He is not the least bit fearful and has a great personality. Tarzan knows sit, no, stay, get down as he knows how to get up on the kitchen chairs, treat and how to look at you just right to make your heart melt. He loves to cuddle, but is just as ready to go out and play with the other dogs when we all go outside together. This boy has the glossiest coat and just bounces when you go out with him on the leash. His neck is bigger than his head so I have him in a harness. He does want to chase the cats outside so no cats for this boy. Tarzan will be someone's pride and joy as he is very eager to please and just wants to be with his person. This is one of those it really makes you wonder about people letting such a great dog get lost. | |||
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 Tequila Moonrise Boston
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More information:  This puppy is a sweet girl. Very shy. Good with a 6 year old at shelter who visited with her. | |||
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 Tia Mia Boston
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More information:  Here is what Jim has to say about Mia, QUOTE, This little splash face gal is a delight! Very friendly and loving, and also a real explorer - she covered every inch of Edna's nooks and cranniesduring our ride together - and she loved the squeeky toys in the booster seat. Fred and Linda had been calling her Mia (Missing In Action?) and she did appear to respond to that name. The paperwork said she was found near a Winn-Dixie, so maybe she knows to head for groceries when she's hungry. Smart cookie. Evidently she will attack small and fluffy dogs with no provocation, so she should definitely be an only dog, but she is definitely people-friendly. Wanda and Doc Cindy should be able to ascertain whether she's out of heat cycle and ready to spay. There is evidently a growth in her mouth, but I saw no outward signs of any distress. Her coat is smooth and relatively shiny, so she was not a vagabond for very long. I would guess young adult, but will as always defer to the experts for that determination. As cute as she is, she should find a loving home soon. END OF QUOTE Wanda's note: Mia is now fully vetted and spayed. She is ready to go to a new home. She is a sweet dog towards humans, but since she is not fond of little and fluffy, then I would prefer to place her in an only dog home. She is in good shape and someone must have loved her for her to be heartworm negative coming out of Louisiana. I agree with Jim she wasn't on the lam for too long. She is a pretty little girl who looks like 2 different dogs from each side of her body. :) She can hear and is busy like a younger dog. She will make someone a great friend who doesn't already have a dog. | |||
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 Tidbit Boston Boston
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More information:  Gang,This is a name I culled from one of Wanda's lengthy lists that I kept my faves for future pulls, and TIDBIT fits this tiny guy to a "T". He is 11 lbs, and alleged to be 5 years old! Barbara's daughter Brittany (Britney?) met me at the Tyler Cracker Barrel and handed off this gorgeous little bundle to me. Barbara was right - he is tempting all my foster flunkie instincts, though I will find the strength to turn him over - at least at some point in the future... He really looks more like a starved puppy who's had a rough life, but I guess he's a middle-aged adult. Very skinny and bony, with ribs protruding, wasp waist and bony butt. He desperately needs some groceries. I gave him a Capstar, even though I saw no visible fleas or ticks on him. He does have a small boo-boo on his upper lip/cheek area, and his hair is rather thin, dandruffy and lackluster. His right eye has some brown, blood-shot looking stuff around the cornea, though his left eye is white and clear. He has spit up 4 times since being here, which may (hopefully) just be from the excitement, though he doesn't appear at all stressed or anxious. He adapted immediately to all 6 Furkids, who must've seemed like giants to him - even tiny Tootsie towers over him. I gave him a few forkfuls of Blue Buffalo Wilderness Turkey/Chicken and some Avoderm, which he ate heartily, though he did have a foamy spittle spit up about an hour later. He did NOT enjoy the bath experience and tried valiantly to climb out of any side of the kitchen sink he could manage. He did of course revel in the towelling off session and cuddling, wrapped up in a warm towel. I bathed him in a medicated shampoo that is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-seborrheic. He was itching a bit before bathing, but I haven't seen him doing so since. I tried to clean his ears, but he squiggled around in my lap and tried to burrow into my clothing and then got under a throw and snoozed, so I didn't pester him anymore, but will check them later. His nails appear to have been fairly recently clipped. Wanda, I would like to keep him FOR AWHILE, just to fatten him up some with my magic Satin Ball recipe. I'll do smaller meals more frequently throughout the day. The fact that he's so skinny would of course lead me to suspect worms of one sort or another. Just noticed he is NOT housetrained ;-). He piddled in the office and pooped on the master bedroom rug, even though he has been outside 3 times already and sniffed virtually everything indoors and outdoors (without marking). At least it was a nice firm one, amazingly large for his size... (enough poop talk) Here are some photos - you can see why I'm smitten, though I PROMISE I'm not tempted to keep him, I just want to see him get a good healthy start. | |||
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More information:  Here is what Barbara has to say about Tiki, QUOTE: I've been home an hour with the little girl from Lafayette. Fred met me in Alexandria with the cutest little thing. She smells good and her nails are trimmed. She weighs 16 pounds, white face, beautiful hagerty spot and sweet sweet sweet. Looks to be about 2, probably had one litter of pups, her teats aren't large. Lots of Brindle.Barely a snif with Tooter Bug and Riley, I had a male friend stop by to pick up some concert tickets, she loved all over him. Some one will be lucky to get this one. End of QUOTE! Wanda's notes: This is a beautiful girl even though she is mismarked. She does have the deep wrinkles in her face so you will need to be prepared to clean her face regularly. As Barbara sez, Tiki is a sweetheart and very loving. She pays attention to you. Tiki gets along well with the other dogs, both male and female and just wants to give you love and please you. This is a nice girl. She is in line to be vetted as soon as we can work her in. I am hoping she will be heartworm negative. | |||
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More information:  Breeder surrendered 6 Bostons to the Commerce shelter. Tippy is a sweet, but shy girl. She wants to be friendly, but is a little afraid. She is the little one with the ears tipping forward. Cute! I will give more info after vetting and having her a few days. All I can tell you right now is that she is a pretty lil thang. She has had puppies. UPDATE:1/2013 - Tippy has FINALLY gained muscle and started putting on pounds so she is looking much better. She still doesn't like to be picked up, but has gotten to where she comes up for pets. When I call her to feed her mixed can and dry dinner, she comes a running. She is not really food oriented and it took a while for her to start eating well. She is not a treat kinda dog, unless it is a hot dog, then give it to her. She likes to be petted under her chin. When she gets enough she backs off, she is a sweet little dog who was bred to death. She had Mammary tumor that we removed and she had heartworms that we treated. She is now ready to go to a home that will show her what being a beloved pet is like. Would you be that home? FOSTERED BY LAURA | |||
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 Tipple Boston
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More information:  I am working on her webpage with photos so the link might not work yet. It may take me another week to get her page done with photos. We have been working with her to save her leg. You can only cut a leg off once and the dog has to live with it the rest of their lives. We still do not know if we will need to ampuate the leg so she may be in for another surgery. She has already had a couple of surgeries, pins inserted and lots of xrays, and rewraps. If you can find it in your heart to help us pay her huge vet bill, we sure would appreciate it. She is one of my very expensive rescues, but she is worth it. Just look at that face! Don't she melt your heart? She did mine. | |||
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 Tobago Boston
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More information:  Here is the darling boy from Mansfield - you can't tell in these twobad photos, but he is just a perfect example of a Boston. Nice ears that do stand up (when he's not under the lens), a Haggerty spot, nice markings, perfect size and a small twisty tail. I asked Marilyn about his provinance, and she said he was an OS who just "couldn't care for him anymore"... I cannot fathom how anyone could dump such a sweet, cute guy to a certain death for no reason. So now we have our new cute guy saved from the jaws of death! Jim Wanda's notes: This is a BEAUTIFUL dog on the inside as well as the outside. He is energetic, loving, friendly, gets along well with the other dogs and not really interested in the cats. What more could you want? This is a great dog and someone should adopt him fairly quickly. | |||
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 Tommy Latta Boston
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More information:  Jim's notes on Tommy, QUOTE: then I met Elaine at the Fort Worth AnimalControl where she traded me Mistico Bandito for our cute new boy who came with the name Bullet, but I'm certain Wanda has already christened him with a new and better name by now, although he certainly could be faster than a speeding bullet if let loose - he lunges on the leash and collar so badly, and has very bad reverse sneezing and nasal discharge. Fortunately, when I met Martha in Mesquite, she had a harness that fit him, so it should be easier on him when lurching forward and not choking him until he learns how to take a walkie properly. He has the cutest squiggle tail, and a very shiny coat, that has a few hints of brindle when in full sun. It was hard to capture him with ears up, but they are very cute when he has them in full upright position. Don't have a clue as to his provenance, age, weight or health, but he is from the Waco Shelter. END OF QUOTE ' Update from Martha Tommy's foster mom10/8/10 - Hi, this is one sweet, loving, ready to give kisses and be petted, and energetic boy. It took about 30 minutes and the dogs have pretty much worked out that the pack order is Ginger, Bud and ... Tommy. If he doesn't already have a name Wanda, can we call him Tommy Latta Tommy, knows 'sit' and 'go to bed' he popped out the doggie door right behind Ginger so I expect he'll know that before the day is over. He did try to mark the couch but quickly stopped when I shouted 'AyeAye'. He spat out (or dropped) all the treats, took them into his mouth but dropped them. He walked through the swimming pool but didn't play in it. Tommy ate up a bowl of Buffalo Chips (TOTW) mixed with turkey stew, and didn't try to butt in to Buddy's bowl like Ginger does, he kept a respectful distance. He has good Kitchen manners and kept out from under my feet when I cooked something for me and hasn't pestered me for my plate either. He responds instantly to any attention and gave me some wonderful belly earlier. He also stayed when I asked him to so I could grab the camera and get a photo of him belly up. He is going to make some family really happy. He did mark in the kitchen (love clorix wipes) when I wasn't looking. I took Tommy (aka Bullet) with us on our walk this evening. He did fairly well, pulled about as much as Ginger does. There was some leash braiding as they traded sides back and forth but went well. We visited with the neighbor children - ages 5-11 - then later met a young boy - age 3 who wanted to pet, I held Tommy back afraid he might jump on the boy but he did very well. Bud and Ginger just ignore children like they can't see them, but Tommy sat down and let the little guy pat his back. He did give him a little face wash... but it is hard for a guy to resist a face sooooo close. We also stopped and spent some time visiting with my neighbor Jim (he took care of the dogs when I was out of town) and Tommy took to him too. He does want to play LOTS and my grumpy two don't want to play. If I was keeping him any longer I'd take him down to Jim's once a day for a play date with his young Jack Russell. Tommy is now sleeping on the couch... Even though I'm sure he didn't get enough exercise (have to go slow for Bud) he knows how to settle down. Martha P.S. He is now using the doggie door on his own. But still needs to be monitored for marking in the house. | |||
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More information:  I got a call from a fellow rescue friend of mine Sharal that we worked with in the past. She told me Kendall County animal shelter asked her to find some help for about 6-11 Bostons coming in from a Breeder who died. Told her I would take all of them. While we were working on rescuing these dogs, a non-Boston rescue group came in and pulled 7 of the dogs, then went back and pulled the other 4 they had left in the shelter. This group placed all the Bostons except 4 of them which they agreed for us to take. We made arrangements for transport as Kendall county is way down there west of Austin. So we now have these 4 babies that need vet care. The male is heartworm positive and will be treated before adoption. Two of the females have mammary tumors from being bred so much. And the other one is very timid.I think that Breeze is the oldest of the dogs, but she is my favorite of the girls. Breeze is more outgoing and more likely to want pets and come up for them. She is a sweet thing. She has been bred a lot as you can see by her droopy mammaries. Poor baby. Breeze is a happy girl who seems to adapt well to changes. She is very soft. Her hair is very thin as well so we will do a skin scrape and see if anything is going on there. I imagine that she needs good food and love to thicken that hair back out. Breeze may not be a youngster, but she is young at heart. She is a happy dog who wants to be loved. I am hoping that she will find a perfect home soon. | |||
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More information:  I got a call about a little Boston mix from a shelter who told me she had puppies the day before and if they couldn't find a rescue for her and her babies that she would be put down that afternoon. Naturally, I have to go and see her to see if she is Bostony enough for me to pull. When I got back to her kennel, the ACO walked in and handled her puppies and she just wagged her tail and acted real friendly. The puppies look very Bostony. The momma so so, but I couldn't leave her in there to die when she was so friendly, so I made the decision to go ahead and pull this little family as Casey had volunteered to foster them for me. HEr puppies were born on 12/7/09 so she won't be ready to go until Early february. Here is what her foster mom Casey has to say about Trixie, QUOTE: True Trixie has lived with me for a week, and she is a doll. I truly believe she was someone's pet before, because she has such lovely manners! She is housetrained, is using the doggie door, takes treats like a lady, and knows not to jump up. She is a snuggler, and loves to sit next to me on the couch. She is lying next to me with her head on my leg. She loves to cuddle! She is not a big barker. She has never barked indoors, but barks occasionally outside. She is a great momma to her puppies, but likes being with people the best. She is very healthy, heartworm negative, good looking teeth, and a soft, shiny coat. Her ears are adorable, and I do like her tail with the white tip. Miss True Trixie will be a great family pet! | |||
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More information:  I got a call from my friend Ginger at the Fort Worth Shelter stating she had a Boston that needed to be pulled because he was coughing and emaciated. I told her I would take him. I was not prepared for the sight of this boy when Jim brought him in. He was nothing but skin poured over bones. It will take many months for him to gain his weight back as he will have to build muscle from the ground up as he had no muscle left. No telling how long he was out without someone caring for him. Here is what Jim has to say about him, QUOTE: Gang, This fellow is so mellow and sweet - loved on everyone he encountered in the shelter and on the way to the car, and me on the way up to Wanda. He loves to be scratched behind the ears, and will "shovel" your hand to keep you going if you stop. He will have a lovely brindle coat once he has some decent groceries and supplements in his system. Right now he is very skinny and the coat is rough. He weighed 15.5 lbs and should probably be around 18 - 20. He is a stray who has some kind of whooping cough type of infection. It's a dry, hacking cough. He has been in some scraps, since there are a few scabs on and around his head, and his ears are kind of jagged from tussling, but no major wounds that I could determine. With some TLC, this guy will be a total love bunny for some lucky person/family. END OF QUOTE Wanda's notes - Tucker has gotten over the kennel cough he had in the shelter and is no longer coughing or contagious. His appetite has not been much since he has been sick. He will gain weight slowly over time. I am feeding him several small meals during the day. Tucker has gorgeous eyes with a lot of soul in them as you cn see from his photos. YOu can't see how painfully emaciated he is well in the photos due to his brindle coat breaking up what you are seeing of his ribs and his backbone and hips that stick out about in inch or more from his body. He knows how to use the doggie door and is very affable and loviing. He would make someone a great pet that doesn't have a lot of other animals. He would do well as an only dog or a dog who has a submissive sibling. I hope that someone will give this sweet boy a great home. so he will never know life on the streets or be starved ever again. | |||
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More information:  The shelter says that he is a sweet dog. He came from a family with small kids and he was good with them. He does NOT like lawnmowers. Wanda's notes: Moose has been very loving to me. He is a big boy, but is a gentle one. When you are using a lawnmower, he needs to be put in the house before you turn it on, so he cannot get out to injure himself on the lawnmower. Moose knows how to sit for a treat. This sweet boy has great potential for the right adopter. | |||
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More information: Here is what Jim has to say about Violetta. Quote: As usual, got a call from Wanda saying there's a Boston girl at Dallas Animal Services who is heartworm positive so not adoptable. The dog turned out to be a BUG, brindle and long, long tail, but the cutest little Bostie/Puggie face with the pug flop ears. She's a real sweetheart and loves to kiss and cuddle. There is a series of boo-boos around her hind end, so it looks like she was in a tussle with someone or something awhile ago. Only was able to get 2 snaps of her - always bouncing around, but in one you can see her face and body clearly, and that monkey tail in the other shot. Wanda's note: Letty was a bit scared of all the Bostons here at first, but by second day she was interacting and running around like she had been here forever. This is a sweet girl who looks like a Big dog bit her on the hiney so she has 2 bald spots there where the scabs have come off. Whoever adopts her is gonna be real happy with her. | |||
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 Vodka Collins Boston
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More information:  Momma and babies are being fostered in Little Rock. Puppies will be available around July 10th. This is a typical puppy. It pees, it poops, it chews, it plays, it doesn't know anything at all, it needs house training, it needs obedience training and it requires work on your part to make the dog into a great canine companion. But it also captures your heart. So if you have time to put into making this dog the great dog it has potential to be, please put in an app. IF you don't have time to take the dog to training or work with housebreaking, you don't need a puppy no matter how cute it is. | |||
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 Vodka Fizz Boston
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More information:  Momma and babies are being fostered in Little Rock. Puppies will be available around July 1oth. This is a typical puppy. It pees, it poops, it chews, it plays, it doesn't know anything at all, it needs house training, it needs obedience training and it requires work on your part to make the dog into a great canine companion. But it also captures your heart. So if you have time to put into making this dog the great dog it has potential to be, please put in an app. IF you don't have time to take the dog to training or work with housebreaking, you don't need a puppy no matter how cute it is. | |||
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 Wamboozie Boston
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More information:  Ginger at Fort Worth contacted us to take a little fellow with a UTI. He was too cute to refuse. Jim sez, quote: Gang, This guy is a total love-bug and will jump up and kiss/greet anyone he encounters. This boy is BIG, although he looks cute and small in photos. There is some hair loss and looks like perhaps he had some flea allergic reaction along his withers and back, though it's not a bad case. Once on a quality diet and with some supplements, he will be stone cold gorgeous! He is still intact, but the shelter couldn't neuter him when he was sick. Not sure about age - probably young adult. He decided to mimic me and sat up in the captain's chair behind me and watched traffic going by - I felt like I was Driving Miss Daisy! The photos should speak for themselves. END OF QUOTE Wanda's notes: This is a darling guy and will make someone a great pet. He has a slight case of demodex which we are treating. He also had a Urinary tract infection which we have treated as well. Boozie as I call him, is crate trained and doesn't bark or make a mess in his crate. He goes outside like a pro whether he is in the doggie door area or enclosed in the kitchen. Someone loved this dog and trained him to potty outside like a good boy. I don't know why they didn't come looking for him. He is good with all the other dogs and doesn't chase the outside cats either. Boozie will make a great dog for someone who is looking for a love monster who likes to give you lots and lots of kisses. | |||
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 Whiskey Old Fashioned Boston Terrier
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More information:  This old boy was a stray at a Fort Worth Shelter. No one came looking for him. He is an older fellow that had cataracts and old eye injuries so he didn't see too well when I got him. He managed to walk into something and bust his eye that he could see slightly out of. So we had to remove it. Whiskey seems to be doing fine getting around in his area. Most blind dogs adopt much better than the humans do. He is good with the other dogs. When you talk to him, he heads towards you and then stands up on his hind legs so you can pick him up and love on him. Whiskey loves his lovins. He loves his treats too. Whiskey is a quiet guy who just wants a lap to lay on, some good food for his belly and someone to love. I am hoping that someone will give this boy a wonderful home for hte rest of his life. | |||
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More information:  Got a call from the Sollin County shelter, they picked up a Boston that no one came looking for and would I come pull him. They said I would really like him because he had a great personality and loved to play ball as you can see by the 2 lower pix. He is jumping up to get the ball and standing on his hindlegs hoping I will throw the ball. This boy is nothing but a big ol puppy who loves to play. He pesters all the other dogs to play with him and is constantly playing tug of war, chewing on his toys and just generally acting like a typical happy go lucky Boston puppy. He is about a year old and has the dudley nose which is the lighter color on the darker colors of his nose. Just different pigmentation. Wildfire is a gorgeous brindle in his coat. He is in good shape and you can tell someone loved him before he got lost and picked up by Animal control. Talk about energy, if I could bottle his energy when playing, I would be rich. He is not bouncing off the ceiling, but he is a very high energy guy. for those of you looking for someone to run with when it is not too hot outside, this is your boy. Anyone who adopts Wildfire will be captivated by that wonderful Boston verve and vigor. This boy has personality and good looks combined. He will wrap you around his little paws. | |||
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More information:  I got a call from Tammy with the Red Oak shelter saying: We have a young male boston terrier at our shelter. He was owner surrendered for not getting along with another dog in the household and hasn't been adopted. His hold period is up. He is approximately 1 year old, very sweet. End of Quote This bouncy boy will make someone very happy! He practically jumped in my arms when I picked him up at the shelter with plenty of kisses. Winston was his name and he responds to it, so we found a drink name with Winston in it. This boy is house broken and uses the doggie door. He loves to run and play. He is good around all my dogs, even Teddy, but he does get a little too jumpy around Teddy the boxer, but he is quick to settle down when I tell him he is being too bouncy for Teddy to tolerate. This boy is long leggged, and runs around the back yard in a blur! He is a very smart dog and catches on fast! I think he would be the perfect companion for somone who likes to go on long walks! He also rides good in a car and doesn't bounce around! | |||
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More information:  Here is what Terry has to say about Doodle, QUOTE: Meet Yankee Doodle aks Doodle a 5 year old boy who was owner surrender along with his mate and their three puppies to the Abilene Shelter. One of the other rescues took the puppies and called my friend, Michelle, and told her about the adult Bostons. Michelle called me. Evidently these dogs lived on Dyess AFB with their owners. It is a law on base that you can't breed dogs. I am assuming that the base forced the owners to get rid to the dogs. We felt that he needed a patriotic name since he was living on an air force base. That is why she was named Yankee Doodle! He is the sweetest dog. He gets along with Jennifer's Bostons. He gets along with our Westie and two Boxers. He is house trained. SHe whines to go out. He is crate trained. He was very good when I bathed him. He loves to sit in my lap. So far sh is a wonderful boy. He needs to gain a pound or two. He let it be known that he wanted to sleep next to me last night! He is going to make someone a very wonderful pet. END OF QUOTE Wanda's notes: Doodle is a great dog. You can tell he was part of a family. He wants to please and has that great Boston personality that we all love so much. He does go over an indoor 28 inch doggie gate, but not over the outside 5 foot wire fence. This dog is in good shape and will be ready to go after he completes his heartworm treatment. | |||
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More information:  This sweetheart was a stray at the Collin County shelter. He is a young fellow. I named him Ziggy Stardust cause he just seems like he has that personal appeal that just makes you crazy about him no matter what. Ziggy wants to please. He is a little timid until he gets to know you, but he is very sweet. I also think he is very smart. He has learned sit, out, in, and loves to go for rides. Ziggy wants to please you. If you work with this boy, he could learn all kinds of tricks. This boy is beautiful and has a Boston wonderful personality. He is ok with my inside cats who do not run. I will be surprised if I don't have him adopted out shortly. Ziggy is one that will be a very special family member to a lucky family. | |||
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More information:  This boy was a stray so I have no history on him. He is a very sweet boy. Gets along well with the other dogs even my in your face dogs. He is young and wants to please you. This boy has the potential to be a great dog if someone takes the time to work with him and take him to obedience classes. He is not bouncing off the walls, but not laid back either. I think he is a nice comfortable level of energy. He does have a plumbing issue (Hypospadias). During his in utero developement the urinary fold did not develop right and did not close up. So his penis was hanging out as the sheath was not enclosed. It was open all the way round to the anus which means he has a deformed anus and we have removed the nonfunctional penis and closed up the penile sheath. He seems to hold in the poop ok with his anus being a little different. He is urinating from a hole under the rectum so don't stand behind him when he has to go pee. So he is able to potty fairly normally, the pee just doesn't come out where it should. This should not be major issue for someone who wants a special baby to love. Zocolo is a very happy and loving boy and I know that someone is gonna think he is the most wonderful dog in the world dispite being plumbed a little on the strange side. Give him a chance, you never know, he might be your heart and soul dog. | |||
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 Zoe Zoe Boston
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More information:  This is what my volunteer LeighAnn had to say about Zoe, QUOTE: I picked this frosty girl up at Azle today. She's supposed to be 8 years old. Her elderly momma died and her grown kids didn't want her. Um...What? Anyway.... She was labeled as dog aggressive and I think that's Wrong! They put her in a cage with an in heat Pomeranian and after a little bit, they no longer got along. Then she was put in with a larger male and larger female dog. She really didn't care about them. The female got in her face (a lot) and she snapped, but I do too if you get in my face. I think she's great!!!! I heard her raspy old bark when I pulled up. I do love a gray haired oldster. She was not in my face affectionate, but she liked me. She had a little blood in her urine, but I'm sure it is a urinary tract infection which will clear up in no time. She did great in car and kennel and LOVES the car. I really like her. I offered her a treat and her hiney hit the floor the second I said sit. Did I mention that I really like her. She's an easy going old lady. I think she's cool! She knows her name is Zoe. End of QUOTE. Wanda’s note: That person’s kids let go a really great dog. Idiots! She seems to be housebroken. Zoe does have a raspy deep bark which is startling coming out of a girl. She wants to be with her person and will bark at you if you leave her on the other side of the doggie gate. Zoe is perfectly fine running loose with all my dogs and I haven’t had an issue other than one young whippersnapper getting in her face. She told him to back off and he did. So no problems there. She would be a great dog for an older person looking for a good companion. She can stay with me as long as she likes as she is a good foster dog! I hope that someone will see past the frost on her face to see the wonderful dog that is within her. UPDATE 11/27/10 per Lisa Zoey's foster momma: Zoe’s a “sweet thang” – at the end of Week 1, she has had only 1 accident in the house and that was early this week when I was at work. She’s used to being with her person all the time, so she is not happy when I leave for work, but not destructive and seems to be adjusting to the routine. She has free run of the house since she was knocking down the baby gate anyway so I just removed it so she wouldn’t hurt herself. A great snuggler, she curls right up in bed at night with me and Copper. After the initial big woof by Copper, they hang together, race out to the yard, chase squirrels and look for critters. She loves cow hooves to chew on, as well as the Virbec dental chews, and a good tug of war. Zoe did well at doggie daycare on Friday – loves to ride in the car – I swear she’d try to get in any car with a door open if she could! We’re working on leash training; I don’t think she went for many walks. I do have to watch that she doesn’t run out the door, but she is getting better. She might be a little hard of hearing, OR she may have BT “selective hearing”, but other than “sit” I don’t think she was taught commands. Her person did take care of her tho – Zoe seems healthy and happy; I think she was a little confused at first about where she was and why she was here. One thing that was a really nice surprise is that she takes even the smallest piece of food very daintily from your fingers. She was good for her bath, ear cleaning and nail trim (a Trifecta!!) I haven’t kid-tested her, but can do that – I’m not expecting that to be a problem. Well-behaved, loving and gentle, Zoe will make someone very happy. Lisa | |||
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More information:  I got a email plea to take this little one. The email said, QUOTE: We have a boston terrier dog that needs placement. She is almost all black with 4 barely white paws, white chest, small white stripe on nose and behind her head. She is 3.5 yrs old and is very small (12lbs or so). She is current on all shots and tested heartworm negative in July 2009 and is currently taking preventative. She has not been spayed nor has she had any puppies. She has been keep indoor most of the time. Our family is separating and she needs immediate placement. Please contact me asap if you can help! I will forward pictures. .. She is hard to get a good picture of her. She is a sweet girl and loves her people. End of QUote Even though we concentrate on shelter dogs who are about to be euthanized, when I saw her little face, I had to take her. Zoe is a precious little girl. She was thin when we got her, then she caught kennel cough and lost weight she didn't have to loose, but she has gained it back and is looking good now. Zoe is very loving and she is a lap baby. I think she would do well in a quiet environment with an older person or couple. I will be very picky where this one goes as I have gotten very attached to her. Zoe is a precious girl and I am looking for someone special for her. | |||
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