Success Stories - alumniName: Abby, formerly MirandaBreed:Age:
Shortly after adopting Buster, (formerly Walter) I saw a beagle/ basset mix that had come in as a stray. She wasn't available for adoption yet, but we went to see her anyway. It was love at first sight! She loves to give kisses and is such a snuggle bug! W... Name: Animals in their new homesBreed:Age:
If you adopted an animal from The Center and would like his/her photo displayed, email a photo and story to cahwadmin@rcn.com Name: BarnabyBreed:Age:
I just wanted to send you some pictures of Barnaby and tell you that he's doing great! At first when I brought him home he loved Molly and hated the other cats, after a little disagreement with Boots and putting Mike in the hospital (haha) he is doing grea... Name: BasilBreed:Age:
On Sunday May 9, we had the pleasure of adopting the new love of our lives, little Basil. I fell in love with her the first time I saw her photo on Petfinder and after reading her story, I knew I had to rescue her. Our family visited her soon after. Onc... Name: Bella- now lillyBreed:Age:
We adopted Lilly (previously Bella) in the fall of 2008. I was browsing your website and seen the pic of Boyd, who looks like one of the other beagles that was Lilly's penmate when we adopted her (maybe he was) so I wanted to send an update and say thanks.... Name: BoBreed:Age:
Bo has enjoyed standing on the piano and having a loving home for 3 yrs. already. Bo was adopted from the shelter and is the joy of his new family. Name: BoydBreed:Age:
Hi folks, Name: BrutisBreed:Age:
In June 2008 my financee and I adopted Brutis. Name: BuckleyBreed:Age:
Good Afternoon, Name: CharleyBreed:Age:
My wife and I adopted Charley a few weeks ago, and all we can say is that he is such a wonderful dog. Name: DaphneBreed:Age:
My husband and I recently adopted a beautiful tiger girl named Tandy from the shelter. Daphne (as she is now called) has been living with us since right after Christmas and we couldn't have asked for a better kitty. She has adapted marvelously well to her ... Name: DarrylBreed: tigerAge:
Darryl is very happy in his new home. He is the only pet except a fish tank full of fish he is keeping his eyes on! He has a nice new bed but prefers sleeping with him new mom and dad. Name: DeetsBreed:Age:
Hey it's Artie (formerly Deets), wishing my friends at The Center for Animal Name: DibbsBreed:Age:
We adopted a dog from your shelter on June 11th. His name is Dibbs... The day we brought him home we knew we made the right choice in dogs. Name: DiegoBreed:Age:
We adopted Diego on July 9, 2009 from your shelter. When we first got him home, it took some time for our dog Rocco to adjust, ad for Diego to adjust to his new home. But after a few days, they were playing like they had always been friends! Diego has lear... Name: EclairBreed:Age:
Hello, Name: ElvisBreed:Age:
Elvis now Elmo is quite the model in his new home. Name: FloydBreed:Age:
We adopted Bullwinkle (formerly Floyd) in July of 2008 and we couldn't be happier! He was fully housebroken when he came to us and has never had to be crated, as he is very well-behaved. He loves to play with his toys and to go for long walks. When he w... Name: Foxy and YorkaBreed:Age:
Foxy and Yorka Name: FredBreed:Age:
This is Fred! We adopted him in January 2010. I saw him on the site and I wanted to go pick him up right away! By the time we got there, another couple was in the process of adopting him. I was somewhat disappointed, but also happy that he was going to hav... Name: HagarBreed:Age:
We adopted Hagar the Rotti (now named Buddy) just last week, and are so happy to have him in our home. He is getting along great with our GSD Bella and doesn't even mind our cat, Paddington. The dogs are inseparable and love to go for walks together, play ... Name: HarleyBreed:Age:
Harley cheated death not once but twice at the shelter, swallowing tennis balls. He is happy at home, pictured here with sister Tova. Name: Harper, now GarciaBreed:Age:
Dear Friends at No.Co.SPCA, Name: HefnerBreed:Age:My name is Daniel Wagner. On May 30th, 2010, my Fiance and I adopted Hefner, a healthy cat. I wanted to write you to say thank you for your help in adopting Hefner. He is a very loving cat who has fit our lives perrrrrrfectly. Thank you for all of your exp... Name: HobbesBreed:Age:
Hobbes - Happy at Home! Name: HooperBreed:Age:
Hooper spent over a year at the shelter, always vocal about wanting a family. Here pictured at home thinking about a swim. Lucky dog! Name: Houdoggie, now RalphieBreed:Age:
I just wanted to send a brief update on Ralphie, the mini apricot poodle I adopted on June 18th. From the moment I brought Ralphie home, he was a perfect fit. He and his "partner in crime" Diamond, a standard poodle, got along great from their first in hom... Name: Hurley and LotusBreed:Age:
Hurley and Lotus came to our recent vaccination clinic. Name: Indira - now BellaBreed:Age:
Here is a picture of Indira(now Bella) who came to visit on the shelter. She is very happy in her new home. She is somewhat of a mommy's girl..but here she is pictured with her daddy(mommy was in the process of buying a new sweater for her). She enjoys ... Name: Jarvey (formally Jarvis).Breed:Age:
This is Jarvey (formally Jarvis). I adopted him on Mother's Day 2008. What a gift, he has been the most lovable guy and a great addition to our family. Just wanted to give an update and thank you for such a great shelter. Name: Jayde and RookieBreed:Age:
Name: JazzyBreed: yorkieAge:
Jazzy is enjoying his new life and his parents appear to be the lucky ones too. They said he is the "love of our life". He brings them joy and happiness on a daily basis!. Name: JeeperBreed:Age:
Jeeper is a lucky boy in his new home. His owners, especially Center Volunteer Brittany love him! His new name is Eli Name: John Cena and Rick FlareBreed:Age:
J C (John Cena) was left at the shelter door with 8 other hamsters. I adopted 2. JC is quite the spoiled hamster with a huge aquarium as his home, lots of toys and tunnels and a baby pool as an exercise room that he exercises in each day. Rick Flare (the o... Name: JuliusBreed:Age:
He is doing very well, he loves car rides and has other pittie play mates. Name: KiffelBreed:Age:
Kiffel was caught at her new home relaxing on the end table. Kiffel is enjoying her new cat condo, her new brother and dog friend. Her parents thank the shelter for the wonderful care she received during her stay there. Name: KingBreed:Age:
King the shelter stopped by the shelter to say hello and tell everyone how much he is loved in his new home. Name: Kora, now MaseratiBreed:Age:
Maserati looks quite comfortable with her new family! Name: KyleBreed:Age:
I adopted Kyle (yes, he came with that name) from the shelter approx. 8 yrs ago. He is my best friend (as far as a dog can go) and has been by my side through many endevores. Kyle is a german shepard/pit mix and even has his own facebook page and has a ... Name: Lady and JusticeBreed:Age:
Justice was first to be adopted (white) and then Lady (tan). They have been adopted in to a home where there is lots of love. Pictured here with their big ol' brother. Name: LadybugBreed:Age:
Now Lady! Lady is seen here at Paws for a Cause all dressed up and ready to go to the halloween costume contest! Name: LexiBreed:Age:
We just wanted to say a quick hello to all of the staff at the shelter. Lexi the German Shepherd Mix who we adopted in July of 2009 is doing awesome. She fits right into our home with Selena ( the lab ) and Lucky (cat). All get along great. We are very hap... Name: LillyBreed:Age:
Lilly is our most recent adopted family member, and we couldn't be happier! Lilly loves to go for long walks and play with her toys endlessly! She's made herself right at home in our little family. :-) Name: Lilly (and Homer)Breed:Age:
When Spike first came home she was only 2 weeks old and we were fostering her. We grew incredibly attatched and she is such a snuggle bug! Next, we adopted Spryce and renamed him Homer. His personality fits his name..lazy, eats all the time, humerous and v... Name: Linny - now BellaBreed:Age:
My fiancee Mike and I came by the shelter a few months ago just for a visit. We met Linny and fell in love with her. Unfortunatly she didn't feel the same as we did. She was rescued by a loving woman named Shelagh who unfortunatly could not adopt her. ... Name: LouiseBreed:Age:
Louise (now Stella) at home. She has made her new family very happy. She lives with 3 small children and loves them all. Her only fear- electronics! Hence the blurry photo! Name: MalloryBreed:Age:
Mallory taking a ride in the car to her new home. Her new parents say "she is truly is a sweet girl and we all are loving her very much" Name: MarleyBreed:Age:
This is Marley aka Pokamon when we met him , After losing our beloved pet of 16 years ,,I said no more but it did not take long till I realized I needed a new best friend and as soon as we saw him it was love at first sight,, He is now enjoying swimming a... Name: MasBreed:Age:
Mas, an adult female pit bull, now relaxing in front of a fireplace on a cool evening. Name: MaxBreed:Age:Hello, I adopted Max a Mastiff/Pit mix a little over a year ago and he is doing great! He gets along awesome with our Doberman mix Blitz! Thank you so much! I couldnt have asked for a better dog! Name: MaxiBreed:Age:
Hi all! Its me, Maxi, but my new mommy named me Sweetie because I sure do live up to that name! I waited patiently at the shelter for over 2 years waiting for my forever home, and it was definitely worth the wait! My new home is the best! I have basket... Name: Maxi- now EnidBreed:Age:
I wanted to send my story about the light of my life, Enid Marie, the cat formally known as Maxi at the shelter. After recovering from a corneal ulcer, Enid is now a big city girl who loves shoes, playing fetch with her mouse, and cuddling. Thank you for b... Name: MelbaBreed:Age:
Name: MinimusBreed:Age:
We adopted this ferret I think about 3 weeks ago. He has settled into our family very well and is a sweetheart. He's playing with one of his favorite toys in the picture. He loves our dog, Maximus, so we have aptly named him "Minimus." Name: MoJoBreed:Age:
Hello! Name: MollieBreed:Age:
Hello! Name: MonaBreed:Age:
Hello, Name: MysticBreed:Age:
Mystic now Misti finally rests comfortably on her new daddy's chest. Name: NanaBreed:Age:
This is one of my favorite pics of Nana (now Fiona). She is sitting on my husbands lap. She is the biggest lap dog I have ever met. Fiona loves everybody she meets. She is doing very well and loves her new home. Name: Nestlee, Marlee and LucyBreed:Age:
Attached is a picture of 3 dogs adopted from the shelter. Nestlee is the chocolate lab/pointer mix, Marlee (used to be called Genie) is the small tan one, and Lucy (used to be called Emma) is the red hound/rhodesian. All three were adopted in 2008. Nestlee... Name: OaklandBreed:Age:
Oakland , now sporting the new name of "Clive" is alway eager to please and is waiting for a treat with his new siblings (all rescued pit bull terriers) Yay Oakland! Name: OscarBreed:Age:
Oscar recently visited us a vaccination clinic. Name: PaxeyBreed:Age:
I adopted Paxey (now Dr. Rosalind Franklin) in June 2009 and she has been a fantastic addition to our family. Since June we have moved to North Carolina to start graduate school and Rosie loves to sit in the sunshine and sleep all day. She loves her new c... Name: PhelpsBreed:Age:
We adopted Sammy (Phelps) in November of 2008. He is extremely affectionate and very smart. He came to us 95% house broken, knew several commands, and was very easy to train. Sammy was well socialized with other dogs and gets along very well with our famil... Name: Pippen, now SallyBreed:Age:Pippen was adopted 2 years ago by a lovely lady who writes, Name: PrestonBreed:Age:
Preston (now lives with LadyBug) and is seen here at Paws for a cause also ready to go to the halloween costume contest! Name: Rambo and CheyanneBreed: now Bonnie and ClydeAge:
Rambo came to the shelter, left tied to a tree- abandoned by his owners. Cheyanne lost her way and came to the shelter as a stray. They found eachother and fell in love at the shelter and ultimately a family found them and fell in love with both of them. T... Name: RobyBreed:Age:
UPDATE This month, August 2010, it has been one year since we adopted Roby!!! Sadly our senior German Shepherd mix dog passed away February 2010. I never thought I could love another dog as much as my Cali but we all love Roby so much!! She is a true m... Name: RocBreed:Age:
Just a note from Roc, formerly known as Rocky! Doing excellent here in my new home, I am told I am the best dog a family could want. I have my own yard, and go out when I want, and just adore my entire family, even the little ones who love to sit on my b... Name: RockieBreed:Age:
Rockie came to the shelter sick and emaciated only to get adopted and returned because of landlord issues. This sweet boy eventually found a family to love him unconditionally. He is now happy, loved and in his forever home. Name: RockwellBreed:Age:
Rockwell is doing wonderfully in his new home. He just adores his new family and enjoys having the run of the house and all their property. He loves all people and other dogs and couldn't be happier. Name: rockyBreed:Age:
We adopted Rocky from the shelter in June of 2008. He is a great dog and I wanted to send a picture of him for you to see. Thanks for all that you do Name: RomeoBreed:Age:
Romeo enjoys the comfort of warm clean clothes in the wash basket. Lucky Romeo! Name: Roxie!!!Breed:Age:
Roxie had many homes and many people....but finally found the right one...with the patience and love of Penelope, she is happy and healthy and living the good life. Roxy is very happy ... so is Penelope. Name: RudyBreed:Age:
Hello! Name: SadieBreed:Age:
Sadie was seized as part of a cruelty case I investigated on April 2nd, 2008. Her owner was charged with 3 counts of animal cruelty and was found guilty of all 3 counts. I adopted Sadie in June of 2008 after the case was cleared. Being the person that resc... Name: Saundra Now RubyBreed:Age:
Saundra the dog adopted Sat. 8/14 has been renamed Name: ShadowBreed:Age:
Just a quick note and picture of Shadow for your web site! Name: SimbaBreed:Age:
Simba and her owner came by the shelter today to get a new licsense. She is quite the big girl now nearing 100 lbs. She is the love of her owners life and enjoys every day. Name: SissyBreed:Age:
We adopted Sissy February 14th. She was the senior (about 15 yrs old) poodle that lived behind the desk from September until we adopted her. Some thought she was a bit of a grump but people did cry a bit when she left. Now she is the sweetest little dog... Name: SnoobieBreed:Age:
Snoobie is very happy in her new home. She loves to nap in her bed after doing her half K around the flower beds. Name: SnowballBreed:Age:
Dear Shelter, Name: SnuffyBreed:Age:
Snuffy is doing great in his new home. He's had "non-stop" attention from the girls since we got him yesterday - and he's been a great sport about it. He's very tolerant ;) I have no idea what the previous owners were refering to with the "nipping". We... Name: SpikeBreed:Age:
When Spike first came home she was only 2 weeks old and we were fostering her. We grew incredibly attatched and she is such a snuggle bug! (also lives with Homer and Lilly) Name: SpryceBreed:Age:
When Spike first came home she was only 2 weeks old and we were fostering her. We grew incredibly attatched and she is such a snuggle bug! Next, we adopted Spryce and renamed him Homer. His personality fits his name..lazy, eats all the time, humerous and v... Name: Spunky and BuzzBreed:Age:
Spunky (was Trixie), tan PBT mix, and Buzz, brindle PBT mix. Spunky joined our family in October 2006, and Buzz joined our family in December of 2008. They love to hike, play and go for walks. What super intelligent dogs! Name: StantonBreed:Age:
Stanton enjoys his new home. Name: StewieBreed:Age:
Hello everyone who took care of me while helping find my forever home!! Name: StimpyBreed:Age:
Stimpy at home with brother Charley. Name: StoverBreed:Age:
To the Center of Animal Health and Welfare: Name: TheaBreed:Age:
I wanted to write a note to your facility about my first year with my cat Thea that I adopted exacly one year ago today. When I saw her ad on petfinder, I knew I had to have her. She was too adorable to pass up. When I brought her home she was so curiou... Name: TontoBreed:Age:
Tonto came to the shelter to visit and perhaps find a friend for a neighbor. Tonto looks extremely happy as do his new owners! Success! Name: TrampBreed:Age:
Tramp- now "Handsome Harry" at his new home. He lives with a family(a couple and older son) and he just adores all of them and their son's friends. He has made his family very happy and when he came to visit, he also appeared to be very proud of his fami... Name: Trey TreyBreed:Age:
NANCY - a front desk employee Name: TyBreed:Age:
Ty is looking good in his sunglasses at his new home. Adopted by an employee Ty now has the good life! Name: WalnutBreed:Age:
started coming to CAHW in 2007 to adopt a dog for my nephew. I felt bad for all the dogs there and would come visit them when I could. I found out in the summer of 2008 that I could become a volunteer, so I went through the orientation. I got attached ... Name: WalterBreed:Age:
Here's are some pictures of Buster Brown, the Basset Hound (formerly Walter) on the first day in his forever home. He immediately felt right at home with his sister, Princess, and the cats, Felix and Roxie. He loves to play with Roxie and chase her around ... Name: William the CatBreed:Age:
Happy New Year! We just wanted to send you these pics of William The Cat, who we adopted in August. He is a real character and growing by leaps and bounds. We wonder when he will stop! Get a load of these mitts! He loves to sleep on his back and show ... Name: Wolfgang, now TimberBreed: dobermanAge:
via email.... Name: ZephyrBreed:Age:
Zephyr came to our most recent vaccination clinic - Zephyr lives with another dog (a sharpei/daschund) I believe and they get along wonderfully. Their owner works at tractor supply and everyone seemed to know the dogs..so I believe they get out and about ... Name: ZoeBreed:Age:
Just wanted to tell you how much we all love Zoe (she was Tabytha at the shelter). She's such a sweet, beautiful and playful girl! She purrs all the time. She loves to sleep in her cat bed, and sit at the window watching squirrels and birds. Thanks so much... |
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