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There are sometimes GSDs out there that GSRNE does not have in
our own program (usually because we are full and cannot take it for further
evaluation, or the dog is in a shelter and we have not been able to see the dog
yet), but we are aware of their plights and want to help them by telling people
like you about them. If a dog is at a shelter and you want more information
about it, please call the appropriate shelter.
We have not temperament tested or evaluated
most of the dogs in this list. These dogs often only have a week or two to live,
due to overcrowding at shelters. We have no room for them. :-(
If you are interested in one, please call about these dogs right away, and
please mention that you saw info about the dog on the GSRNE web site. Thanks!
Note: ALWAYS call first and ask if a shelter dog is still available, too.
Shelters often do not update us when dogs are adopted or euthanized, we have to
keep pinging them. So listings here can be a few days out of date, until we find
out the dog is adopted or euthanized.
Please let the
shelter know if you saw the
dog on GSRNE's website. Thanks!
GALAXY
CONTACTS:
Susan Gish:
casting@philacast.net
Dani Englander:
dani@danienglander.com
Philadelphia, PA
If anyone can help my friend Dani, she's desperately trying to
find a home for a friend's dog. Please email her directly dani@danienglander.com
Here are some photos of Galaxy. He's a 10 ½ year old male. He is very
friendly, and is especially good with other dogs. Galaxy grew up with a mother
dog who passed away a few years ago and he has been lonely since that time. He's
in excellent health with no behavioral problems.
Galaxy's owner kept the dog when his son got married and couldn't take
him.
Now the owner his schedule doesn't permit him to spend enough time with
the dog and says the dog has been left alone too much.
Please help! We don't want him to go to the shelter - at his age, you
know what's going to happen.
1. This is the dog's 3rd home within this family. It is preferred
that he go directly to next owner and "forever" home. Previously, 2 sons bailed
out on the dog and he ended up with the dad. Dog is in good health, neutered,
up-to-date on shots and does not have accidents in the house. Is territorial
about his home though. Lots of noise, but a lover boy once he sniffs you.
2. Owner has developed eye sensitivity since recent eye surgery
and has a big problem with the fur/dander.
3. Hoping for a home where dog will get TLC and attention he
deserves and is not currently getting with owner traveling so much for work.
Living situation changed and he is the only one in the household now to care for
the dog.
4. Owner WILL NOT turn dog over to a shelter or have him PTS. The
Memorial Day timeline was more of a statement of "wishful thinking" than an
absolute deadline.
5. Dog is OK with other animals-Previously bullied by a cat and
more annoyed by other smaller, younger, playful dogs because of his age.
Please note: The Shelton Animal Shelter ONLY adopts to
residents of CT. Please do not call if you live out of state. Thank you.
SHEP
Shelton Animal Shelter
Shelton, CT
203-924-2501
penumbral@sbcglobal.net
Just look at that classic German Shepherd profile on this guy! Shep came to us
as a stray, severely malnourished. Despite the harsh conditions he had to endure
before finding his way to us, Shep is a gentle giant who adores females but has
displayed issues with males. Shep has also displayed aggression toward other
dogs so would need to be the only pet. Our vet estimates Shep to be 4-5 years
old. If you're looking for a big teddy bear to share a forever home with, please
stop by and visit Shep at our shelter.
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For All The Dogs In
Shelters
TWO LOST SOULS
by Shelly Guidotti
"Did you hear that?" the old dog shouted. They all ran to the
front of their kennel doors to see if someone was coming to "pick them."
"Sorry," he said to the other dogs as his ears fell down
from their perked position. "I could have sworn I heard voices saying,
'Isn't he cute? Can't we take him home with us?'"
"You must have been dreaming again old man," said the dog in the cage next to
him. "Anyway, what's the big deal about getting picked ? We've all
been through that routine and look where it got us." The word "home" meant
little to these shelter dogs.
"Just once, I'd like to feel the warmth of a hand stroking my head," said the
old dog. "I'd like to be the one who kisses the tears off a sad face. I'd
like to curl up next to a fire instead of this cold concrete. It hurts my
bones." He curled up and sighed as the others said, "The only place you're
going to find that is in your dreams old man."
* * *
Hank's wife had only been gone a year but the pain was as fresh as if time had
stood still. He was an old man now, alone and longed for the comfort that
he knew no other person would ever be able to give to him again. What
would his life become without her by his side? Hank's cupboards were close to
bare now and, although he didn't want to go out, he knew he should at least pick
up the basics.
He drove slowly down the side streets for freeway driving had become too
challenging. Suddenly, the car started chugging and sputtering until finally the
engine quit altogether. One of the basic needs he forgot was fuel for the
car! So he coasted over next to the curb, spotting a building within
walking distance. Hopefully, they'd let him use their phone.
He walked into an office area and rang the bell for service but no one came.
He spotted another door going outside, failing to notice the sign posted
"Employees Only". As Hank walked out, he was overwhelmed by yaps, barks and
insane jumping from dogs all sizes and shapes.
He then realized he had unintentionally
gone to the dog shelter. Slowly he walked down the concrete aisle looking
for an attendant.
Three kennels down on the right, the old dog calmly sat there. Why should
the old dog get excited? No one would want him. But, he sensed a need and
couldn't resist offering a kind look and a gentle wag of the tail. As Hank
neared the old dog's cage, he laced his fingers through the chain link to steady
his gait and the first feeling of comfort he'd remembered in over a year came
from a wet nose and lick across his arthritic fingers.
Just then a voice of authority sounded, and Hank jumped. "I'm sorry sir, you
aren't supposed to be in this area!" she said. Luckily Hank didn't know he had
walked into the "final area" where unclaimed dogs were scheduled to be put down.
There went the nudge and lick thing again. Hank looked down to the most
pleading eyes he'd ever seen.
Ignoring the attendants order to leave, Hank asked if could he see the dog
closer? Her demeanor changed completely and her sternness melted away. She
had forced herself to be this way so she could do the part of her job she
despised. She brought the old dog out and instantly the two souls -- once
so lost -- found reason to hope.
Hank's cupboards were now filled, a warm fire crackled and the old dog Smiled
inside as he remembered "only in your dreams." Closing his eyes he felt Hank's
hand stroking his head whispering "sleep in heavenly peace".
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