Fur-Ever Homes

Chester (Now Stoney)

2008-07-20T08:23:00.002-04:00

Chester has been renamed Stoney after Stone Harbor. He really enjoys going on morning walks with his family, then daily walks on the trail on his 15 foot leash to sniff things in the forest and run around.

Stoney's favorite pastime is watching tv with his family, and his favorite shows are Eight Below and the Dog Whisperer.

He gets to go to doggie day care to learn how to play with other dogs and is doing great.

Matty was adopted!

2008-07-06T14:05:00.005-04:00

We apologize for not giving an update on Matty sooner. Summer is such a busy time with so many dogs that need help. But Matty has made a full recovery from his surgery and was adopted by a family that volunteers for Harnessed to Hope!

Here is Matty in his new back yard with his new sister Sassy. You can see that Matty has no trouble sitting up with only three legs!

Here are some photos of Matty only a few weeks after his surgery, after the surgical staples were removed.

Matty hardly has a scar at all. The specialist that did the surgery said he may not have a scar, since the surgery was done when he was so young.

Matty is doing great in his new home.

He has regular playdates with a neighbor's black Lab puppy named Cody. They love to wrestle, and Matty keeps up just fine on three legs!

Matty, his foster home, and his adoptive home want to thank everyone who made donations for Matty's surgery, and helped make it possible to get Matty the medical care he needed and give him a new leash on life.

Update on Sasha!

2008-04-08T14:11:00.006-04:00

We got an email from Sasha's new family, along with some great photos!

"It's been some time since we've talked and I just wanted to send you a quick update on Sasha and Misha. It's been a little over 2 months now since we adopted Sasha and so far everything is going GREAT!! Her and Misha are attached at the hip and one can't live without the other. Although it took my heart some time to heal from Dima's passing, I can honestly say that Sasha has definitely helped to make it feel better. It's still really hard for me to think of my teddy bear because I still miss him so very much. Having Sasha around though has brought back a smile to my face and I love her for it. Although she is still very hyper, she has mellowed out quite a bit. Her and Misha have both learned to share and don't really go after each other when given special treats (one of their all time favorites are pig ears). We're still working on training her to sit, lay down, etc, etc, but believe it or not, Chris was able to teach her to play dead just like I taught Misha!! She definitely needs to practice more but overall I think she's well on her way to becoming a proper lady.

Attached are some pictures that I took of the two of them with my sister. As you can see they're very touchy-feely. Oh and yes, Sasha is a huge couch potato."

Update from Isis' New Family

2008-04-08T13:59:00.004-04:00

We got an update from the family that adopted Isis! Here is what they had to say.

"Isis is doing really well. She had one accident in the house the first day and since then she has been perfect about signaling when she needs to go out. I have been leaving her crated for short periods of time just to get her used to it for when I go back to work next week. At first Isis cried for about 15 minutes, but she's crying less and less each time. Isis is really blossoming, she is becoming more talkative. She loves playing with our daughter, she actually fetches toys and brings them back!

I took her to doggie day care, her first day was just a half day to see how it went. The staff said she did great, she firmly but nicely let a German Shepherd know to leave her alone, and passed out as soon as she got in the car on the way home.

I take her running each morning, she is running for a longer period of time, 45 minutes instead of half an hour and Isis loves it. I bought her a harness to use when we go jogging."

Update on Trey and Cheyenne!

2008-03-28T22:45:00.005-04:00

We got an update from Trey and Cheyenne's dad! He said the "pups" are happy and healthy. They just went to the vet and Trey weighs 76 pounds and Cheyenne weighs 68 pounds. He loves taking them for walks. He said that they play together all the time and are inseparable.

The dogs also like to sleep with their parents. There are some nights that Dan's wife needs to sleep in another bed because the dogs take up so much room on the bed there is none left for her!
We got an update on Trey and Cheyenne, who were adopted as pups from Harnessed to Hope! They are doing great and their family just loves them. Their human sister even had her picture taken with them on her prom night!

Here is Trey standing up to show off how tall he is.

Here is Trey learning about diapers.

They just couldn't look any happier! Congrats to Trey and Cheyenne for finding the perfect home!

Hubert Enjoys a Snow Day!

2008-02-26T21:20:00.002-05:00

Hubert enjoyed a snow day with his human brother!

Update on Zeke

2008-02-26T21:14:00.002-05:00

Zeke's dad sent us some photos on him. He said that Zeke is doing great, and he gets lots of compliments on how handsome Zeke is and how well behaved he is.

Stoney Enjoys the Snow

2008-02-26T21:10:00.002-05:00

Stoney (who was Chester while in foster care) sits on his favorite spot and enjoys the snowfall!

Bandit's Foster Home Becomes His Permanent Home!

2008-02-26T20:46:00.001-05:00

Bandit's foster home failed fostering their fist time out - they are keeping Bandit! His foster mom says:

"Bandit is continuing to come out of his shell, he's such a little monkey. He is still working on his man issues: lately his response is sitting down, barking and howling. Pete's step dad came to visit this past weekend and that's how Bandit greeted him, but within 10 minutes he was up in his lap! (I asked him if he wore sausage cologne to make Bandit more comfortable!)

We were supposed to start school last weekend, but my trainer had the stomach flu so we will be starting this Saturday. He is a piece of cake to work with inside and I've been able to do quite a bit of training, but outside he is completely not interested. He is terrible on leash, and actually goes insane when I get the leash out. Until he learns some better leash manners our dog walker is just bringing her dog over to play with Sky and Bandit in the yard.

He and Sky will continue to go to daycare, but he's getting a little bratty there. He's getting a little nippy with the smaller dogs (which is kind of funny considering he lets our cat boss him around...hmmm, maybe that's why...he's taking it out on the little dogs). When Sky gets tired she goes to the "geriatric room" and passes out on the futon; when Bandit gets tired he hides under the futon and waits for dogs to run by and reaches out and grabs their legs!! He's a little stinker!

Speaking of stinker, we have (seemingly) gotten to the bottom of the middle of the night visits. We tried ignoring him a couple of nights ago and he was so good, just went back downstairs. But he was moving around a lot and we could hear his tags jingling so Pete went down to check on him and the poor thing had the runs. :( He was soooo upset and Pete felt terrible! Needless to say, the next 4 times he came to get us that night we didn't ignore him!

I gave him homemade anti-runs meals and he seemed to be feeling better, so last night when he came to get us 2 hours after going to bed we ignored him...and, he came to curl up on the floor right next to me for the rest of the night. This morning Pete found another pile of presents in the bathroom (at least he's polite enough to go on the tile!). So, he's been getting homemade meals again and will continue to for several days and it looks like I'll have to try a different food. Poor baby, hopefully once we get his bowels happy he'll sleep better.

We're just smitten with Bandit and thrilled to death that he's here with us. We will work hard over the next several months on obedience training. I've already talked to my trainer about trying to work with both of the dogs in harness, but we'll probably wait until he's better on leash. Hopefully by summer I'll be able to start with the two of them and be ready for next winter!"

Congratulations to Bandit and his new family!

Chloe the Samoyed

2008-02-12T21:09:00.000-05:00

In mid December 2007, we were contacted by a young man in Baltimore Maryland. His girlfriend had moved out and he worked full time and went to school part time, and his Samoyed Chloe spent a lot of time alone. She wasn't getting enough exercise or attention and he knew she needed a home where she would get the love and attention that she deserved and needed. He sent us her vet records and photos and we put her up on our web site. Soon we had several adoption applications for Chloe!

Her owner drove up to Delaware to meet a volunteer who brought her to Pennsylvania. She spent the night at a kennel, and the next day two of our volunteers took her on an adoption. Chloe found a wonderful home, where she has a Samoyed brother and three little dog siblings. Chloe's new family knew that Chloe would need some special care - she was quite overweight and her coat was pretty matted. They put her on a diet and gave her a little time to settle in. Click on the photo to the left to see more pictures of Chloe during her first two weeks in her new home.

Chloe's new family took her to the groomer, who found that her coat was very matted, so it had to be clipped so that it could grow back in nicely. She may look a little funny right now, but she's already lost 10 pounds. Her makeover will be finished in no time! Click on the photo to the left to see photos of Chloe during week three in her new home.

And as you can see here:

Chloe loves her daddy! Click on the photo to the left to see more pictures of Chloe with her daddy.

We are SO happy for Chloe and her new family!

Phantom (Emiko) Update

2008-02-10T16:49:00.000-05:00

Recently Phantom had the opportunity to go learn how to be a real sled dog.

Click here to view his adventures in sledding!

Doogan Update

2008-02-10T16:41:00.000-05:00

Here's an update on Doogan and his sweetie Kiana:

"Hi all. Just an update on Kiana and Doogan. Kiana is still doing wonderfully and she and Doogan just seem to absolutely love each other. Doogan is still being very mouthy and we are now trying new ways to change this problem behavior. We are now trying the citronella spray both on our hands and each time he bites. It certainly seems to be working. He loves sitting outside and going for runs with us along the hiking trails here (we use our bikes along with a doggie backpack to really get him pooped! He LOVES IT!) He is also putting on some weight, he is now 62 lbs. I did have to change him back to the organic non allergen food however, and it seems to be helping with his itching. We can now feed Kiana and Doogan together in the kitchen, but they still can't have their toys together. Both have become well adjusted to each others company and they love sitting on the couch with us.
Thanks for a wonderful addition to our family!"

Snowflake Lucks Out!

2008-02-09T18:19:00.001-05:00

Snowflake was an owner surrender dog who was adopted so quickly that she never made it into foster care! One of our volunteers was going to foster her, but then her mother and sister wanted to meet Snowflake, and they fell in love with her. The rest was history. On February 2nd they celebrated Snowflake's 12th birthday by taking her to the beauty parlor to be groomed. She looks so pleased with herself!

Snowflake has settled right in and sleeps in the bed with her new mom. She is such a lucky girl!

Legend Looks Happy!

2008-02-09T18:10:00.000-05:00

Legend came into foster care in April of 2006 with a ridiculously shaved coat. Yes, SHAVED. Who knows why, but his former owner had him shaved before they turned him in to the shelter.

Now his coat has grown in and he looks beautiful and so happy! Legend's dad says:

"Legend and Bear have been doing wonderful. I am finally getting my sunroom all finished just for them so they have their own room to stay in and make their castle finally. They have been having run of the house which is ok to a point but they have really liked having their own place where everyone stays out of it and they can just lounge around.

Legend has been going to the groomers and he has LOVED it, they have had no issues with him at all and that worried me with his shaving that was done to him. Of course they both love going for rides in my truck and everyone has been getting along very well.

He has even ventured into the basement and found Barney (the cat) again but Barney lets him know the basement is his. I laugh every time I see this large Husky being silly with my Himalayan cat and side stepping Barney since Legend thinks he is going to get beat up."

Congratulations to Legend and his family! Here he is with his brother Bear.

Nica is Doing Great!

2008-02-09T17:02:00.000-05:00

We heard from Nica's owner recently. Nica's first birthday was not so great. Her name then was Abby, and on her first birthday she becamse a Harnessed to Hope foster dog. Well, Abby's name is now Nica, and her new owner just loves her! Here is what she said.

"Nica is doing so well!! She is such a spoiled two year old. She has her daddy wrapped around her little paw!! Nica brought so much love into our lives and we can't imagine our world without her! She's is the perfect dog! Nick and I are sooo lucky and we love her so much! I enclosed a couple pictures so you can see how well she's doing. She is such a happy dog. I have yet to see growl or snarl. I can take food right out of her mouth! She is such a sweetheart. There literally is not one mean bone in her body! Everyone who meets her wants to take her home, and when we take her for walks, so many people stop to comment on how beautiful and cute she is! All three cats get along well with the dog as well. We have a great family unit going here!"

Here is Nica relaxing with her dad and one of her cat siblings.

And here is Nica in the family Christmas photo! Congratulations to Nica and her new family!

Udate on Queen Alexa

2008-02-09T15:41:00.000-05:00

Alexa finally found a home worthy of her. She found a great family in Maryland who have a Husky named Cayman. She gets to go jogging with her new dad and brother every morning, and her new mom works from home! Cayman was a rescue from Delaware Valley Siberian Huskey Rescue.

As you can see, Alexa and Cayman are like two peas in a pod.

Alexa likes to sleep on the bed after breakfast and then spends the rest of the day on the main floor. Here she is lounging under her mom's desk.

Congratulations to Alexa and her new family!

Update on Blizzard

2008-02-08T20:26:00.001-05:00

Blizzard was one of the puppies from South Carolina, Yeva is his mom.

Blizzard's new mom gave us an update and sent a photo of Blizzard enjoying one of his Christmas gifts. Here is the update:

Blizz is doing very well. He and Kodi, their first husky, still play nonstop - "it sounds like we have a herd of horses going up and down the stairs" Pattie says. She says they never knew Kodi had such a playful side - apparently she instigates most of the time - it took getting another dog to bring that out in her.

Blizz is a cuddle-monster who knows that Dad doesn't want him on the couch
but Mom will allow him to get away with his front legs up there. He also
hops up into bed with his mom the second his dad has gotten up. He is
eating well, getting big, chewing less (by my math, according to my vet's
age estimates, Yeva's pups are all turning 1 right around now). Still a
little shy with Vince but better all the time. Loves the snow. He and Kodi
do pull on walks; I've recommended the Easy Walk Harness and they plan to
buy a couple when they have some spare cash lying around.

Not sure anyone still here knew this, but Kodi was a stray husky who had
bad demodectic mange when she adopted Vince like a year or so ago. Pattie
says that Kodi just had her first zero mite count so one more of those and
she's done with treatment! This is wonderful news, but Blizzard was not
happy about having to stay in his crate alone while Kodi went to the
vet.... just howled after them as they left. Sounds like he really loves
his new family and his new home.

And they love him. Pattie said "They're my kids. They might have 4 legs not
2, but they're my kids."

Congratulations to Blizzard and his new family!

Congratulations Ms. Lucie

2008-01-28T20:14:00.000-05:00

Lucie's owner writes:

"Lucie got her CGC Certificate last May, 2007 at the Animal Protective Foundation (the shelter where I volunteer), and I had neglected to actually send in for the official certificate. So here's your foster dog's big certificate of her achievement - she was SO excited when I showed it to her!!! And let me tell you, since I went for the class after only having her five months, the extended sit/stay for a dog with the best ADD was no small feat, for sure!!"

We are so proud of Lucie and her adopted mom for such a major accomplishment!

Xia Update

2008-01-27T17:44:00.000-05:00

Just wanted to post some pictures of the very spoiled and happy Xia. She's very happy in her home and her mommy just loves her to pieces!

Bailey Update

2008-01-20T08:38:00.000-05:00

Ms. Bailey's owners sent us an update on the little diva and her brothers. She continues to enjoy hiking with the gang, and loves to demonstrate her Balto pose every chance she gets.

Way to go Ms. Bailey, enjoy yourself with your fantastic home and loved ones.

Hubert's Adventures

2008-01-19T09:21:00.000-05:00

Hubert, the Bassky (part Bassett Hound, part Husky) has been quite busy in his new home. Mandy says that he's enjoying the good life and has become a loved member of the family.

Hubert loves to lounge.

Hubert participated in Halloween

He really likes to lounge

Hubert likes snow too

Loki is a Hero!

2007-11-09T18:37:00.001-05:00

We got a very exciting email from one of Loki's owners, Jane, last night! Here is what she said:

"Tonight Loki and I went on our nightly walk. It seemed like a normal night until we were about to come in. As we were walking down the street we heard what I thought was two cats fighting and it made Loki stop and refuse to move. My first thought was to get him in the house and something told me to go and check it out. Here it was a baby on a doorstep. We called the police and it looks like the baby is going to be OK. The police said he wasn't out there long and he was still warm. Needless to say Loki got some extra treats tonight and tommorow Kenny and I will be taking him for an extra special present. Yet another reason why I am so thankful for Loki to be in our lives. I think his middle name is now Lassie."

Way to go Loki for drawing attention to the baby, and good for his owner Jane for following her instincts and checking it out! You can read about the story here.

OS Sasha Found Her Fur Ever Home!

2007-10-28T22:57:00.001-04:00

Many of you have probably seen OS Sasha on our web site since April. This poor girl had a very sad story. Her owner's husband passed away, and her owner had to sell her home and move in with her son, and could not keep her dogs due to the limit of dogs per household. Poor Sasha had gone on a couple of adoptions, but was just so attached to her owner that she really wasn't interested in anyone else. Yesterday, some of our volunteers picked Sasha up and drove her to an adoption in New Jersey. Here is what our volunteer says about the adoption:

OS Sasha was adopted today by Laura and George Y. and their 17 year old son Alex in Hackettstown, NJ. They have an 11 year old male Sibe that got along fine with Sasha. Sasha was very scared and nervous when we first got there but you could see her starting to relax the longer we were we there. We knew she was feeling at home when she jumped up on the sofa and made herself at home. The Youngs are VERY Husky savvy and we have no doubt they will be an awesome home for Sasha. Alex has already asked his mom if Sasha can sleep in his room so that is where they are putting her crate. I have a sneaky feeling that she will probably end up curled up next to him in his bed. :) We are sooooo happy that Sasha has finally found a home. A big thanks to Kelly K for picking up Sasha from Jean and making the long drive to NJ with me.

Here is Sasha on the deck with her new brother:

The volunteer who rand the adoption called the family today and they said that everything is going very well, and Sasha slept through the night and ate her dinner last night and her meals today with no problem. We are so thrilled for Sasha!

Blizzard's First Day in His New Home

2007-09-23T16:35:00.000-04:00

Blizzard was adopted yesterday by Vince and Patty in Philadelphia, PA. His new family has already put up a Dogster site for Blizzard,you can read all about his adventures with his new family! His new sister Kodi also has her own Dogster page. Congratulations to Blizzard!

Lucie Goes Camping

2007-08-22T14:07:00.000-04:00

We recently heard from Lucie's family, here is what they had to say.

"Lucie is such a great dog - we just love her, and she loves everybody! She is indeed fast - our neighbor can't believe her speed when she races around our yard like a crazy thing. We play a game with her and have her race through the house at times to burn off her excess energy, and a couple of our cats race along with her (or tumbling underneath her, depending on how quickly she turns when they're not ready). Her day is not complete, however, until she gets her walk every night (I take her 1 1/2 miles or so every night); then she's down for the count. My daughter met a woman on her walk one day that had a female Siberian; she came over one evening and we just let them run husky style in the yard - they had a blast.

We've taken her camping a couple more times since I last talked to you. The first trip, as we were getting ready, she seemed anxio us leaving. I always feel at first the rescues think they're just moving onto another place sometimes. Now when she sees her "camping duffle" come out and we tell her she's going camping, she gets SO excited, and has to keep checking out what's going in her bag. The last trip we took her on (just a couple weeks ago), there was a shallow stream alongside our site in the woods - so she was stream walking (or bounding as it may be) with us through the water.

I'm sending a few pics from our trips and when she crashes at the end of each day (both home and camping) for you to see your girl."

Lucie just looks so incredibly happy!