Available Bouvier des Flandres

NAME: Abbey BREED: Bouvier des Flandres GENDER: Female (spayed) AGE: Born March 2002 WEIGHT: Approx 90# COLOR: Silver/Gray brindle, docked tail, cropped ears BIO: Hi, my name is Abbey. I was originally surrendered to rescue because my family had to relocate and couldn't take me with them. I was then adopted in 2008 by a wonderful gentleman that had another Bouvier named Nic. Due to the economy we lost our home and my Dad had to relocate to a small apartment and I could not accompany him. My Dad was devastated but wanted what would be best for me so he surrendered me back to the rescue. I am housetrained, UTD on all vaccinations and tested heartworm negative. My foster Dad said that I am a complete love and just want to be around people who are willing to love me in return. I am a very strong girl and would require someone stronger than myself if we were going for a walk. Otherwise, I am perfectly content running around the yard and playing with my favorite people. These are not the best pictures of me but I will be freshly bathed and groomed prior to going to my new home. You must have a completely fenced and secure yard in order to adopt me. I probably am not cat friendly. I am being fostered in Dryden, MI.

NAME: Barry BREED: Bouvier mix (possibly w/Standard Poodle or Labradoodle) GENDER: Male (neutered) AGE: 6/15/2004 WEIGHT: Approx 60# COLOR: Black w/white markings, natural ears and tail BIO: Hey there, my name is Barry. I was surrendered to the Humane Society this past April because my owners said they could no longer afford to keep me. When I was surrendered to the Humane Society I was a filthy matted mess. They had to shave me down completely in order to bathe me and figure out if I was a male or female. Because there wasn't a lot of information supplied by my former owners, a lot of my personality had to be decided by the Humane Society. Because they had me for two months, everyone fell in love with my loving and playful manner. They do not feel that I am completely housetrained - but that is hard to tell in a shelter situation. I love giving kisses and going for walks. I am desperately looking for a place to call home and some people that I can share my love and companionship with. I am anxiously waiting to hear from any and all interested parties :-) I am UTD on all vaccinations and tested negative for heartworm. You must have a completely fenced and secure yard in order to adopt me. I am being fostered in Dryden, MI.

Wannabes

We have started a pilot program with the Genessee County Humane Society because they have been so willing to work with us. We have decided to take one dog (any mix) off of "death row" and have him/her neutered/spayed and bring their shot record up to date. After being evaluated, we will make them available for adoption. As they are adopted, we have made arrangements to pick up another dog from "death row" and start all over. Through no fault of their own - they do not have the opportunity of being rescued. Just because they are not Bouviers - it doesn't mean that they do not deserve a "second chance" of having a "forever home"

NAME: Bear BREED: Labrador Retriever GENDER: Male (neutered) COLOR: Black AGE: Born 3/1/03 WEIGHT: 81# BIO: Hi there, my name is Bear. I was originally surrendered to SCBR along with my sister Pepper (a yellow Lab). I used to live in northern Michigan. I came from a very loving home with a nice big backyard. Due to health problems, my Mom had to give us both up because she had to move into an apartment and they would not allow her to keep us there. I am gentle, but a big boy. I do walk well on a leash. I am fabulous with children. I am completely housetrained and will obey commands. I was adopted by a wonderful family along with my sister - however I was returned because I jumped a standard 4' fence. I didn't run away, but the neighbor didn't like me being in his yard uninvited. My second family loved me, and I loved them and it broke everyone's heart when I had to come back to rescue. But they couldn't take the chance of me getting loose and being hit by a car - so tearfully we all had to say goodbye to each other. If you are looking for a companion that really needs you - please consider opening your heart and home to me. You must have a completely fenced & secure yard (preferrable 6'). I am UTD on all vaccinations and heartworm negative. Not cat friendly.

NAME: Lenny BREED: English Springer Spaniel (mix?) GENDER: Male (neutered) AGE: approx 18 months old WEIGHT: 35# COLOR: White w/black markings BIO: Hey there, my name is Lenny. I was abandoned on a country road by my former owners and taken in by a wonderful foster family in Almont, MI. I was a filthy, smelly mess and had been given a real "hack job" of a haircut. They had to have me shaved down in order to bathe me and make some sense of the prior hair cut I had received. My foster Mom says that I am just the perfect dog and she can not figure out why anyone would have dumped me off. I am perfectly content just hanging out in the same room with you or following you around the yard. I am housetrained, I do have manners, I do not jump on you, I sit when told, get back when told and I come when called (for the most part) - which is pretty good since no one knew my real name when I was found. If you gently scratch my ears and neck. I will rest my head on your leg and soon after my eyes will be shut. I get along fantastic with everything and everyone. I just LOVE to play with people, other dogs, toys (especially tennis balls), and I even get along well with cats. I am a really nice size. I have absolutely NO hunting ability or interest in hunting. My foster mom says I am just a super boy and would be the perfect addition to any family that is looking for a loving companion. I love giving kisses and going for walks. If you are looking for a small to medium sized companion to light up your life and be your faithful companion, then look no further - I am your guy. I am UTD on all vaccinations and tested negative for heartworm. You must have a completely fenced and secure yard in order to adopt me.

NAME: Mia BREED: Doberman Pinscher mix GENDER: Female (spayed) COLOR: Black & brown w/white chest blaze, natural ears & tail AGE: 2 years young WEIGHT: Approx 50-55# BIO: Hi, my name is Mia. I was surrendered by my family due to the health problems of one of the family members. They didn't feel they had enough time to devote to me. I was rescued because I was such a good girl and my time at the shelter was up. I am housetrained, and grew up in a household with cats, dogs and children. However, since being in rescue it has been decided that I would be better off without cats or other dogs. I am a dominant girl and want to establish this by postureing immediately after meeting a new dog. There is a possibility I could get along with another dog but it depends on their personality as well. I am very affectionate and love to play. Could you possibly find room in your heart and home to adopt me? I am UTD on all vaccinations, heartworm negative. You must have a completely fenced and secure yard in order to adopt me.

NAME: Rico BREED: Greyhound / Yellow Lab mix GENDER: Male (neutered). AGE: 3 yro. WEIGHT: # COLOR: Fawn & white RESCUED: BIO: Can you believe it? The mom moved suddenly to another state leaving Rico with the teenage kids and the house. Well, everyone had to be out of the house by today and the mom just called the kids, 18 & 20 yro college students, and told them to take Rico to the shelter and have him put to sleep. The young daughter couldn't do it, her brother is away at college and she didn't know what else to do so she called us. She just couldn't take him to the pound and have him destroyed. He absolutely loves people - not sure about cats because he has never been exposed to one. If anyone is interested in making a huge difference in this poor souls life - you will not regret it. Obviously the mother had about as much compassion and commitment to her children as she did for Rico by just up and abandoning everyone. Thankfully the daughter had enough heart to want to do what was right for her very loving and loyal companion. Rico is housetrained, UTD on vaccinations, heartworm negative. Must have a completely fenced and secure yard Note **ADOPTION DONATION NEGOTIABLE**

NAME: Tank BREED: German Shepherd/Golden Retriever mix GENDER: Male (neutered) AGE: 4 yro WEIGHT: approx 50# COLOR: Brown & Black BIO: Hi there, my name is Tank. I was finally "rescued" by a very caring woman at an oil refinery tank yard (that's why I was appropriately named Tank) Downriver in MI. I was so afraid of everyone that they tried for a couple of weeks to gain my trust. They brought me a dog house, food and water - but I still gave them a good run for their money. Finally I began trusting a woman that did not give up hope on saving me. Once I was finally captured I needed a home. I have been at the rescue farm for almost a year. As much as I enjoy being fed and watered and kept safe and warm, I would really love to have a family of my own to love. I get along with other dogs and people. I am very alert and aim to please. I am UTD on all vaccinations and heartworm negative. Not cat friendly. You must have a completely fenced and secure yard in order to adopt me.

NAME: Violet BREED: Boxer/Hound mix? GENDER: Female (spayed) AGE: Born October 2004 WEIGHT: Approx 65# COLOR: Light Red/Dark Blond BIO: Well, hi there, my name is Violet. I was surrendered because my owners could no longer care for me. I am a very loving, active girl who is desperately longing to have a great forever home. I am very willing and eager to please. I do know basic obedience commands (i.e. sit, shake, down, wait). I am both house and crate trained. I just love to go on walks and promise to be a loyal and loving companion. I get along well with other dogs my size or larger, and do prefer the companionship of male dogs to female dogs. I do get along with older children and people in general. Can't you please find room in your heart and home for me, I have been patiently waiting it seems like forever. I was spoken for a couple of times, but the people adopted puppies from someone else. I am UTD on all vaccinations and heartworm negative. You must have a completely fenced and secure yard to adopt me. I am currently being fostered at the Rescue's farm in Dryden, MI.