Lucy

My name is Lucy! 

Four years ago, my Mom and Dad waited 4 hours for APR to bring me to adoption day at the Barking Hound parking lot, and was it ever worth that wait!  I was very scared and skinny, but it didn’t matter to Mom and Dad. They loved me anyway.  After I discovered they loved me and were going to be good to me, it did not take long for me to settle in and become the head of the household and the light of their lives.

I now weigh 18 lbs., up 7 lbs. and the Vet says I am perfect (as if everyone doesn’t know that).  I live in a neighborhood where everyone has dogs and they are all my friends.  We walk together and, sometimes, there are as many as six playmates in my fence.  It is like a Doggy Park, but it belongs to me. 

I have a cousin, Diesel, who also came from APR and he stays with me a lot when his Mom and Dad have to travel. I like my friends but the best times are when it is just me, Mom and Dad, and all my toys (babies as Mom calls them).

I know it has been a long time since I was there, but I hope everyone at APR remembers me and knows that I thank them for taking me in and caring for me until I could find my forever home.    

Lucy

Roxie (formerly Madeline)

I was blessed enough to find and adopt my dog Roxie at APR on March 10, 2007.

She was called Madeline at APR and is now known as Roxie (Roxie Dylan Heart, to be specific:-).  She is an amazing Affenpinscher mix.

Every person who meets her agrees that she is the most unique dog they've known. Talk about HUGE personality in a nine pound package!  She makes me laugh everyday.

Roxie loves to dance, play, and snuggle up with her chipmunk when its time for bed.

I love her SO much! Here's a pic!!! I don't think Roxie or I would have ever been as happy if we hadn't found each other.

Thank you for all you do!

Sincerely,

Jess Gierisch

Amelia & Annie (formerly Cookie)

I just read Happy Tales about April, Annie and Abigail and thought I’d share a photo of Amelia… another member of their family who was adopted from APR.

She is such a beautiful cat and has a new best friend, also named Annie (formerly “Cookie”), who was adopted earlier this year.

Amelia loves to jump and cut off every light switch in the house, chase Annie, and curl up for nice naps. Annie’s favorite things are playing with her tennis ball and going for walks outside.

Both girls are doing well and are such a blessing!

Thanks for everything :)

-Devon, Amelia & Annie

Nickie

Hi everyone!!!!

We just celebrated the two year anniversary of my adoption.   I am very
happy.   I have lots of toys and get told all the time how handsome I am.  My mom says I am a cuddle monster. I have a doggy sister, Libby, who always wants to play.

We found out soon after my coming home that I am epileptic and have a liver function problem, but I am on medication (which I hate taking) and I am doing very well.

My mom looks at your site a lot and tries to convince my dad to get a third dog.  NO luck yet but she can be persistent. I am very protective of my home and people.

I have lots of friends that I have play dates with.

I just wanted to say hello and thanks for saving me so I could find my forever home. Keep doing what you are doing Atlanta Pet Rescue!

Cheers-  Nickie

Jenna

Hi Everybody! It's me, Jenna!

My mom and I are celebrating our 2nd anniversary this week.  

I'm just as rambunctious as you remember, but my mom still loves me to pieces.

I'm one happy camper!

I remember when life wasn't happy.   I lived with people who didn't take care of me.   I lived outside all the time and was hungry, and either cold, hot or wet all the time.    My skin was all sore and my hair was tangled. I'm so glad you guys took me away from the bad place and found me a new home.

I've got a house, a yard, lots of fun toys to play with and yummy food.   I sleep in a bed next to my mom.   I also have a 19-year-old chihuahua sister.   She doesn't play anymore and sleeps most of the time, but I like  her anyway!    I love to play with other doggies.  

On Saturdays mom takes me to Pawsitively PlayTime at MerryMac.  I get run and play with other doggies.   It's so much fun.   Miss Tina teaches me how to act nice and do tricks.   I can spin, play 'possum, balance a cookie on my nose.    My favorite trick is jumping through a hoop.      My boyfriend's name is Harry.    He's really cute!  HeeHee!!.  He's a fluffy white Bichon Frise.

I get to go on trips sometimes.   Once I even got to stay in a hotel and ride in an elevator.   That was
really cool.

This is a picture of me in my Halloween costume.    I was dressed up as a Victoria's Secret model.   I didn't win the costume contest, but I got the biggest laugh!    All the judges were men!  

Big wet kisses to everyone...........Jenna

Higgins

Hello,  We have been meaning to write and give an update on the dog we adopted a year ago.  I have been putting this off and decided to write when we saw a dog named Higgins listed under Medium dogs. 

We adopted a dog named Higgins in July of last year.  The "new" Higgins could be his smaller brother!  What a crazy coincidence. 

An update on our Higgins:  Higgins is doing great in his new home.  When we got him he was completely shaved - little did we know the ball of fur that he would become. 

You can see from the pictures that he may not be the terrier mix we initially thought, but perhaps some sort of sheepdog instead. 

Higgins recovered well from his heartworms which he had when we adopted him.  He now enjoys riding in the car (regardless of destination) and taking walks through the neighborhood. 

Higgins is a friendly guy and wants no more than to be loved by his people.

We are very lucky to have found Higgins, I don't know what we would do without him! 

Thanks again!

Megan and Nathan P.

Sophie (formerly Gumball)

Hello to all my friends at the Atlanta Pet Rescue!

I have been in my forever home for about 7 weeks now and boy do I love it here. My mommy and I have lots of fun together. I love going for walks in the neighborhood and meeting other dogs and cats (although I can't understand why the kitties don't like me to run up and sniff them). Everyone we meet says that I'm really cute but nobody can figure out what kind of puppy I am. My mommy tells them that I'm just Sophie.

At home I have been working very hard at pottytraining and mommy says I'm getting better every day. I have lots of toys to play with but I really want to get in that room called "the closet". I have only seen it once and it was full of shoes and other fun stuff. If only I knew how to open doors.

I went to a benefit for the Atlanta Pet Rescue a few weeks ago and saw a friend who lived at the shelter with me. He was with his forever family also and we had a great time catching up.

Say hello to everyone there, and I hope everyone finds a forever home soon.

Much love,  Sophie

Toby

It's me!  Toby!!  I was adopted on January 3rd by the Haisten family.  I am sending greetings from my forever home.  That's right!!! I have found my forever home.

That's me in the photos.  I have reached a year old now and am doing fantastic.  I have a great 7 year old boy to play with.  I go swimming, to the park and to all his soccer games with him.  I have a full acre of fenced-in yard to run around in with my two new sisters too!  You can see them in the pictures with me! 

Stoli is the solid white husky. She was the one that could not come to check me out due to her age and health (she is 13.5 years old).  She is a very cuddly one!  She and I take most of our naps together.  She is always dropping a toy at my feet for me to grab and take off with.  I run circle after circle around her while she sits there letting me have all the fun!  I just wear her out...man, I have to take a long nap with her after all that "work"...lol. 

Sequoia is the red husky.  She is an 11 year old going on 2!  She and I run and run and run!  Mom says she and I drive her crazy running in the doggie door, down the hall to the bedrooms, back down the hall and out the doggie door.  We chase each other to get the toys from one another. 

Toys...did I say toys!  Man, there were so many toys waiting for me when I was brought home!  I am one spoiled pup! 

I have learned a lot from my sisters.  I can now sit, stay, down, spin, shake paws, fetch, sit up and dance.  My mom says 23 years and 9 huskies later she has met the smartest dog in the world! 

One of the things my mom had to get use to when I came to live here was having a dog that "barks".  All her other dogs, Stoli and Sequoia included, are very laid back.  If the doorbell rings, they just wag their tails.  If someone comes in the front yard, they just sit there.  I had to show mom that, along with being smart...I had lots of courage and wanted to make sure my family was safe.  Mom really likes how protective I am and letting her know when someone is at the door.  One night my dad was called out to an emergency at his work...when he tried to come back in at 2 AM, I wouldn't let him in the door!! My mom felt very safe!! She calls me her "rottie wannabe"!

On a sad note, I have heard my mom talking that she is making Stoli's last days as comfortable as possible.  She has gone to your website several times to take a "peek".  She saw Cheddar who was the same as me (Lab Corgi m,ix), but missed out on getting in touch with you.    Please keep her in mind if that type is lucky to find his/her way to you again.

Mom has a sign in the kitchen that she lives by...  A happy home is a furry home...and I want some other dog to find out how great it is to live here.

Thanks again for taking me in until I found my forever home!

Toby

Tater (formerly Duke)

Hi! It's me, Tater.

Well, I've come a long way since flinging myself into the mop bucket back in April! My mommy and my sister work at the shelter on Sundays and were there when I was turned in. I was in pretty bad shape. I was very scared and jumpy - hence the mop bucket episode! My mommy decided to foster me and then, because I'm so incredibly cute, she couldn't give me up and she adopted me! She took me to the vet and Dr. Andy says I'm perfect! I could have told him that!

My sister brings her baby to Mommy's for daycare during the week. Pebbles is 9 and an only dog, so she tolerates me pretty well, but I like to bite her tail and her back legs to make her play with me! Sometimes she runs after me, but I'm much faster than she is!!! I also like to take all of her toys - she has really good ones!

A great big thank you goes to Miss Judy for taking me in and to Miss Carolyn for letting me spend two weekends with her and Shaq (I still have the frisbee from her house). I've found a wonderful home and am very happy now. I hope my brother, JoJo, is as happy with his new family as I am with mine!

Love,  Tater

Kitty

Our dear Mary wanted a new kitty in her retirement home and Mom and I directed her to you.

We had lunch with Mary last week and got to meet the new baby, who is now "Kitty". Kitty is settling right in and making herself at home.

Mary is absolutely delighted with her!

Here's a couple of pictures of Kitty in her new home.

Thanks so much for all you do!

Leslie C.

Nena & Posey (Adopted 7/13/07)

Nena and Posey became “The Girls” one year ago.  They were semi-feral when they came home with me.  After a lot of time and patience, they slowly began to realize that being pampered was the way to go. 

Nena is the wild and crazy one in the family!  Her favorite thing to do is carry around her orange fuzz ball in her mouth everywhere she goes.  She is also the needy one in the family, has to be with me at all times and is still very skeptical of everyone else.  At night she likes to jump in and out of the bathtub, but one time someone forgot to let the water out! Let's just say she made a SPLASH!

Posey is the socialite of the family! She loves just about everyone.  She also loves to attack her sister or any string that wiggles.  Bubbles are also a new favorite!  She is very loving with a loud purr.  However, we have been working on her meow.  Sometimes she opens her mouth and she just can’t get any noise to come out!  It is hilarious and cute and sometimes she manages to get a squeak out.

The Girls are doing great and I am so happy to have them!  They are loved very much!  Thanks to everyone, especially Lyndel for rescuing them!

Lauren Hines

Edward

Thought I'd send along this photo to illustrate how much Edward is still enjoying his life!

He's four now and remains the most wonderful dog in the world...along with his co-adoptee, housemate, and best friend, Apple, of course!

Best to All, and Happy Summer!

Pat Terry

Tonka (formerly Andrew)

Hi, Tonka here.

You probably remember me as Andrew. 

It has been a little over a year since I was adopted.  First off, I’d like to thank you for rescuing me and my sister from that jail in Cobb County.  If it weren’t for you guys, I probably would not have met my owners…family. 

Now I have a family that has taken me in as one of their own.  Lady is the sweetest.  She gives me treats and buys me toys (after I tear up my old ones).  She is the one who always wants to take me on walks.  She loves to snuggle with me on the couch. 

Man is pack leader and has taught me a thing or two.  I sure do like it when he comes home because then I’m off duty. 

Little Lady and Little Man are my best buddies.  I have tons of fun playing with them.  Little Man thinks he can catch me, but I’m much smarter and faster than he is.  Little Lady loves to play tennis, but she can’t hit anything.  Sometimes she plays with me and I always have to go and get the ball for her.  

It is a great life that I have. Gotta go now, time for a walk.

Tonka

Papageno and Tamino

Two years ago, on June 27, 2006, these two little brothers entered our lives and home, brightening both considerably.

They are named after Tamino (the handsome prince) and Papageno (the royal bird catcher) from Mozart's last opera, The Magic Flute.

They are strictly indoor cats, but their names suit them well: Tamino (b&w) is fastidious and very well-behaved, while Papageno (orange) is the rascal, who especially loves to play with his Da Bird feathered toy.  

They were the only two to survive the litter of their abandoned pregnant mother, who was rescued from another shelter that did not hold to Atlanta Pet Rescue's no-kill policy. Thank God she was allowed to bring these boys into the world.

Absolutely inseparable, they still eat, sleep, play and groom each other together.  Every minute of every day, we are grateful to Judy, Lyndel, Betsey and all the people at Atlanta Pet Rescue for all they do to bring joy into the lives of our animal friends and other people every day.

Best,
Tim & Nancy

Lizzie (formerly Nellie)

We have now had Lizzie (Nellie) for one year. We adore her! She has fit in nicely with the family. We lost our Jack Russell March 2006 and were devastated. Lizzie has filled that hole that our dear Sydney left.

Everyone loves her. Her nickname is Lizzie the Lizard because she is a master with that tongue, eats all kinds of insects, and can leap like nobody's business.

Thanks APR for all you do for these precious angels.

I love reading these Happy Tails!

Sincerely,

Nicky and Dale

April (adopted June 2, 2007)

When I read the update from John (Abigail and Annie's Dad) it prompted me to send a picture and update on their Mom, April.

April is doing well and seems very happy and content.   She loves spending time on the screen porch surveying her kingdom.

We went to APR last June to see one of April's kittens whose picture I had seen on the website, but when we walked in the room a volunteer was sitting there holding April and we were immediately drawn to her.  There is no doubt that April chose us.  She has been a true joy and I can honestly say that she is the sweetest and most loving cat I have ever had. 

How anyone could not have loved and cared for this very special little girl is beyond my comprehension! April has taught me that the joys and rewards of
adopting an older cat (she was 2 at the time) are beyond measure.

Thank you Lyndel and the APR volunteers who rescued April and took care of her (and her kittens) until we made the visit that changed our lives forever.

April's Mom and Dad
a/k/a Susan and Jim

Hobbes (formerly JoWilly)

Just wanted to give you an update on JoWilly, now known as Hobbes. Hobbes had her three month heartworm test this morning and she is heartworm free and has received a clean bill of health! She hopped around on three legs for a couple of weeks after we brought her home, but is now very active on all four paws.

She has adjusted well to her new home and gets along fabulously with her new big brother, Bounce. Her little terrier sister, Madison (also from APR), prefers to pretend that Hobbes doesn’t exist, but this doesn’t seem to faze her in the least.

Hobbes is very quick to learn, eager to please and is a wonderful addition to our family. Her former buzz cut is now shaggy enough that she’s looking forward to a getting shorter style for the summer.

I’ve attached one pic of Hobbes playing on our deck and another of her with her big brother, Bounce, devoting all of their attention to whatever their human dad has on the grill.

Thanks for a wonderful pet and best wishes to all at APR!

Sandra W.

Bounce & Hobbes

Samantha

Here is a pic of Miss Samantha peeking through our railing.

She continues to thrive and is a very happy little girl and she's a joy to watch and be around. Such a shame that she had to wait so long for a home but we are grateful that we have been given the pleasure of caring for her.

She and Charlie continue to play their chasing games at night. It is fun to watch her hunker down and wiggle around when she is ready to pounce. They are also grooming each other.

Regards,

Teresa B.

Grayson

It seems like we have had Grayson as part of the fam for years instead of just a few weeks!  He has adapted so well...it is scary!

He already knows his new name, sits on command, goes to his bed when we eat dinner and goes to the door when I say "outside?" Not knowing his potty training history is the biggest issue. He is doing better going outside now that he is settled in. He sleeps through the night in our room which is great....he does like to snore...so he fits right in!

Bailey is adjusting to him but he just does his own thing and watches Grayson. Grayson likes to follow Bailey around and kiss his face....Bailey just lets him do whatever! ha!

We really found the perfect dog to compliment our family. He is laid back and rarely barks. He is the perfect little thing! Marc and I laughed and said probably after his first bath and we got water on him that he would turn into a GREMLIN and terrorize the house but he has had a couple baths and happy to report that has not happened! ha!

Here are a few pics of him. Again, thank you so much for your help and advise during the process! We will definitely be back down the road to adopt again.

Take care!
Marc and Michele

Henry (formerly Levi)

Exactly one year ago today we were lucky enough to meet Henry at a Saturday adoption and we immediately fell in love! His long, wiry beard earned him the name 'Henry' and it certainly fits!And who knows if it's his terrier/dachshund blood or just a love of life, but he keeps us laughing with his antics and personality every single day.

From stretching out for a nap on the headrest of the couch to perching on the lawn chairs to do some bird watching, he is always curious and always having fun!

Henry can be a trouble maker too.. a year and half old but still a puppy at heart!

We are also lucky to have a pet who is such a people lover.. he will immediately drop to his back for a belly rub if you just reach your hand out to pet him.

Thank you so much for all the great work you do and for helping us find the perfect dog for our family! We hope to be back soon for dog #2!

Stephanie, Michael & Henry

Tater (formerly Effie)

Tater here, formerly known as Effie. 

I've been with my mommy a whole year now. I wanted to show you all what a beautiful dog I have become. I'm still fighting Demodex but the Ivermectin seems to be working this time. 

I have been in obedience classes and have learned all kinds of tricks! My favorite game is soccer. I like to chase the ball all over the backyard. 

My mommy says to tell you all hello and to give you a big hug for letting me be a part of her life. 

Thanks again!

Tater & Sam

Marley

Cocoa and Marley are attached at the hip. I have never seen Cocoa so happy; he has taken this puppy as his best friend and they act as if they have been together since the beginning! It is really great to see.

I would like to thank you for allowing us the joy that is Marley.

Michael A.

Hunter

We adopted Hunter in May of 2006 when he was a puppy. At the time that we adopted him we were told he was a Maltese/Chihuahua mix  and that he was just the big one in his litter but that he shouldn't grow to be more than 15 pounds. At 27 pounds and just about all black we figure that someone slipped in an extra puppy with the litter thinking that no one would notice! 

We have certainly gotten good laughs when people ask what kind of dog he is and we tell them that he was supposed to be a Maltese/Chihuahua mix!  Most people look at us funny and tell us that he looks like a small Border Collie.  Whatever he is we love him very much!!    

Until about three weeks ago we lived in a town home with not much space for him to run around in. Three weeks ago we bought a single family home with a big back yard for him.     

Thanks for keeping the light of hope shining for all the wonderful animals in your care.

Lorie Swindells

Magnolia

Here are some cute photos of Magnolia making herself at home.

Sarah W.

Annie & Abigail

It was June, 2007 when Annie and Abigail became part of my family. They immediately demanded free reign of the condo (bypassing the rules of gradual adjustment), and began to run and play all over their new home.

These girls are so loving which is apparent when they get on my lap just to give me a quick kiss. At any time, each of them will roll onto their back to signal that their tummies want to be rubbed.

Annie enjoys watching Frazier reruns with Dad on the couch, while Abigail prefers to plot ways to pull down the draperies in the bedroom.

I am so thankful to Lyndel, the APR staff, and to whoever fostered these lovable sisters before they came into my life.

John, Abigail & Annie 

7/15/08:  I was excited to see the picture of April who is the mother of my two girls, Annie and Abigail.  Here is another picture of Annie.

Pocket (formerly Jackson)

He has been doing really well since the adoption. He likes to play alot. He likes kisses, especially giving them. He loves to sleep with us and he loves to eat. He is like the baby of the clan. He does funny things to make people smile. He loves our friends and family. And he is really good with other dogs. He even has a few puppy friends. We were so glad to have him in our lives. Thank you for this great opportunity.

Sincerely,

The Cyprian Family

Arabella (formerly Vera)

We adopted Vera on May 24 and have renamed her Arabella aka "Bella", a name befitting a princess.  Muggins is amazed with Bella and they are learning about each other while Bella is trying to figure out just what we humans are about. She is still skittish, but we see some progress each day. Often, it is 2 steps up and 1 step back - quite as we were told, but she does join us in the upstairs family room, selecting a bed for herself, and as long as we don't move, she is content.

At night, Bella sleeps under our bed (yes, we had blocked it off, so we thought that first day, but she found her way underneath, and that's where she wants to sleep).  Alas, she won't come into our bed nor sleep in her new bed at the side of our bed, nor cuddle with Muggins.  However, she does seem to feel secure under the bed and she stays there all night.

We keep our bedroom door open, but she's only had 2 "accidents" - the first night here and the 3rd night.  Other than that - no accidents at all.  We come home from work for lunch.   The routine seems to work for Bella. We have not heard her bark or make any sounds yet.  Our vet checked her out last week and she was such a good girl, passing her physical wonderfully.  She weighs 14.5 pounds. 

Bella's appetite is good although she was finicky at first.  She wouldn't touch the Science Diet, nor even the baked chicken tenders.  Now she gobbles her food - Newman's chicken - but will not accept any treats except for some cheese pieces. We know Bella has played with toys, but she won't let us see her playing.  We just find her toys scattered about - and what a thrill that is for us to know that she will allow herself some fun!!

She really enjoys the big fenced-in backyard where she and Mugs can run and explore.  Don & I sit outside and watch them, and Bella frequently looks over at us as she runs about...but she is less and less fearful of us being a bother outside. Bella is slowly learning our quiet, relaxed home life and seems to express a bit more curiosity each day, a bit more interaction, and a bit more acceptance that this way of life isn't too bad!!! We want her to be happy and secure and know that Love is all around her and within her.  She's a beautiful angel and we are so blessed to have her in our family. Thank you.

Olivia & Don G.

Champ

Hi there,

I got a call from a volunteer asking about Champ...he is doing great! He had an upper respiratory infection when we brought him home, but we got him an antibiotic from the vet and he is doing much better.

Champ is such a sweet, well-behaved boy-a bit shy of adult strangers but loves kids. As he has adjusted to our home he has gotten more playful, energetic and happy. He is also perfectly housebroken and has adjusted to his crate.

He loves to be with us and cuddle, as you can see in the photos. We love him so much and are so grateful to you for rescuing him from his previous shelter....he is precious!

Leslie D.

Gucci

When mommy saw me with my blonde hair and slinky body she thought I looked like a diva so she decided that Gucci would be a better name for me. I love my new name and the new pink diamond collar my mommy got me.

There is always someone to play with in my new home and there is even another hairless dog just like me. We have matching his and hers t-shirts that we wear to the dog park so we don't get sun burned. Every other dog in the dog park is jealous of how fancy I look.
I love my new family and sleep with my brother and sisters in my mommy's bed every night. Mommy also realized that I am not deaf and I can hear her. I even bark at mommy when she makes dog noises to show her I can hear.
 
I go for walks twice a day to keep my body trim because since I've been living with my new family I have gained 1.5lbs. I was very skinny before so I think I look much better now. I get a lot of treats too.
 
I am getting much better at housetraining, although I do sometimes slip up. Mommy always gives me lots of love when I potty outside so I try to hold it most of the time. I love being washed and moisturized so I smell like vanilla beans. I love my new family. Mommy always calls me a sweetheart.
 

xx Yoda

Babette

Just an update on a sweet little girl poodle (Babette) that I adopted from you in March of this year.  

She is thriving and enjoying all the love and caring she receives daily.  She loves to run freely in the fenced back yard and has learned to play with her many toys and balls.  

I’m so glad I found her and the vet says she is a very lucky little girl.

Best Regards,

Barbara

Dottie

We adopted Dottie mid-April. It didn't take long for her to overcome her timid nature; she has definitely come out of her shell. Although she is young, it is amazing how genteel her nature is.

She loves sleeping in her bed inside her cage and it is amazing how quickly she was housetrained. She has become an expert at scratching at the back door when she is ready to come in from taking care of her business.

While outside, she promptly clears the backyard of critters, including cats, squirrels, birds, possums and armadillos, all while she is outside to go potty. She is so fast that she seems to zoom around like a rocket. It is fun to see her go.

She loves to talk to you also, but only when you initiate the conversation in her language. She has turned into the best lap puppy companion a person could ask for. She protects us loudly when called and loves us profoundly all the time.

We really came away from Atlanta Pet Rescue with the best pick of all. Our adoption experience was helpful, painless and fast. If I ever hear of anyone thinking about adopting a pet, you can be assured I will counsel them to visit you and I will share our adoption story with them.

Thanks for all your help.  Sorry I do not have a picture to attach, as I am not that gifted with the computer, but Dottie is filling out well and she is no longer orphaned. She is beautiful and happy and....is smiling right now.

Joe & Mary Hartzog

Brandy

Hello friends,

This is Brandy. I was adopted from APR almost three years ago! I am sorry it has taken me so long to write!

I love my new family. I am Daddy's little girl. I follow him all over the house and won't let anyone else snuggle up with him. I even get really upset when my mommy tries to snuggle with him and I can't be in the middle. I've been on a lot of walks. I've even been to a Braves game. Go Braves! I like to bark at people and dogs to show them who's boss.

After you get to know me and I know you're not a bad person or dog, I am very sweet, affectionate, and loyal. Thank you Atlanta Pet Rescue for helping me find my mommy and daddy.

Love,  Brandy aka Branders aka Baby Girl

Jasmine

Hey APR - Jasmine here. Just wanted to share pictures of my first visit to the beach. My Mom took me this weekend. It was really cool. I didn't like the waves too much but I had a great time otherwise.

Salanda Villafane (My Mom)

Kermit (formerly Barnaby)

Hi - I adopted Kermit on May 17 and am in love. 

Kermit is the sweetest, cutest, most well-behaved dog ever. He likes riding in the car (and was the hit of the Memorial Day party we attended), taking a bath and just hanging out watching TV, especially the Hills. He actually likes his new striped polo sweater I bought for him today too.

We spend about an hour every night in the yard playing with his beach ball and he is learning to catch the frisbee. Thank you so much. We are having a great time together.

Amy R.

Aszia (formerly Spree)

It has been one year since I walked into your wonderful agency and spotted the love of my life.

Aszia is a Spoiled Brat Extraordinaire and I would not change her for anything in the world. She is a wonderful companion and knows and obeys several words.

She greats me every day after work with a LOUD hello, and then has a 5 minute conversation with me about my day. Then it’s, ok Mommy, give me a treat.

Thank you for all the wonderful things your shelter has done & continues to do.  

Nadia O.

Sadi (formerly Sadie)

Hello, this is Sadi. Jeffrey and Ellen adopted me a few months ago and took me to a really cool house. I made a new friend - Zoe! She is like a sister now. We run up and down the stairs and chase toys all day.  

I also like curling up under Ellen's blankets and sleeping. Sometimes when the weather is nice we go on walks and runs around the neighborhood. I like to bark at the cats I see.

Well, I am going to go eat now, but I wanted to tell you how much fun I am having. I liked making friends at the shelter and with my foster family, but it's not like having my own home.

Thanks!!

Sadi

Ellie (formerly Taffata)

This is Ellie (adopted Dec. 16, 2007) with her friends Barkley and Rudy. They love taking a nap together!!

Thank You!

The Pierces

Mitch

Hi everyone.  My name is Mitch. First of all, I want to thank everyone at Atlanta Pet Rescue & Adoption for taking good care of me until I adopted my Mom & Dad on May 17, 2008.

I have been in my new home over a week now. Boy, am I loved! I am so happy to be my Mommy & Daddy's little boy. On my way home, we stopped in the pet supply store. I got to ride in the cart. They filled our cart with food, treats, toys, and my own bed. They get down in the floor to play with me and take me for walks. I love it here in my forever home.

I get and give lots of kisses, am told what a good boy I am, and I get treats. My favorite toy is a squeaky frog Daddy got me. I'm always getting new toys. I sleep all night and have never have an accident. Mommy & Daddy kiss me and tuck me in my bed every night. I don't let them out of my sight. I'm happy they spend every day with me. We are all so happy to be a family. 

I'm attaching my picture on the fenced-in patio. Daddy is getting the backyard fenced for me to run in. I love it here. 

Kisses, 

Mitch

Oscar (formerly Huff)

This is one happy little man!

Oscar Mayer is loving life with his brother Buddy, a German Shepherd/Chow mix. They have a huge back yard to run and play in
everyday!

They are joined at the hip. They love each other so and Buddy looks out for the little man in the yard. They romp until they collapse.

Of course, Oscar rules the roost! He has brought me his third mouse to show off in the house! He hasn't learned the command "spit that out" as of yet. He just runs through the house with it.

I am so glad I have Oscar. He sleeps with me every night and is my little heater under the covers. He's the softest Doxie I've had.   He's my third. We're all doing just fine. Perhaps we'll come and visit soon.

Thank you,
Kathy S.

Peanut (formerly Honey)

Honey's adopter sent us several photos of her which we wanted to post on Happy Tails. They rechecked Honey for heartworm and she was negative, which was very good news.

Molly (formerly Holly)

Dear APR,

Wow…Time travels so fast when you have a great time in your life. It's been a year now since my Mommie adopted me and took me to my forever home. 

It has been a busy year for me, you know the usual doggie stuff! Walking, traveling (visits to Grandma and Ruben, my doggie uncle and his dog Tiny, but we get along really well), Going to the Vet ( I don't like it but Mommie thinks it's very important!), chasing birds, chasing squirrels, taking baths (I don't like it but Mommie thinks I need them!) Oh well I survive!), smelling things, going to the groomer (I don't like it but again Mommie thinks I need it!) playing, napping and eating...and eating and sleeping and playing!!! BUSY!!! Love the food and  treats that my Mommie gives me everyday! I am a big girl now and most of the time I am a GOOD GIRL! Mommie says so...she even says I am the BEST!

Everyday I just can’t wait for my Mommie to come home from work so she can take me out for a walk and also I can meet up with my 3 other best friends Sophie (King Charles Cavalier), Zoey (MaltiePoo) and Gussy (Cockapoo). I just love to play with my friends, they're the best!

I just want to let great people at APR know that I am doing fantastic and am very happy with my new forever home and my Mommie.

Peanut (formerly Belvedere)

Hello,

I just wanted to keep you guys up to date on how things are going with Belvedere. We adopted him from you guys several months ago, and everything is going great!

My wife wanted to rename him to something better fitting his personality, so we came up with Peanut.

Peanut has been a great addition to our family, and we care for him very much! Attached are several pics we have taken over the past several months, and we hope that you enjoy them as much as we do....   

Thanks,

The Bowmans

Elvis (formerly Spanky)

We are so happy that Elvis is now part of our family. It has only been a little over a week, but he's already learned how to use the dog door and where the treats are kept. He's very gentle and sweet. And he loves to play...all the time! Elvis follows Pooh Bear (our 4 year old Havanese) everywhere.

The photo was taken this morning. Pooh Bear was in my lap, and Elvis had made himself comfortable in the chair across from me. We'll send more updates in a couple of weeks, but I think he is starting to feel comfortable, and hopefully knows we love him.

Thanks!

Darci M.

Harry (formerly Skillet)

Harry is such a delight!!!!  He is a happy, quiet and charming little fellow!  He has learned to shake on command too!  He loves to take long walks in Piedmont Park and loves to brushed. 

I want to thank Lindy and Myra soooo much!  I'm soooo glad that we came to APR to get our new family member!!  I've included some current pics of Harry.

Thanks again!!

Heather and Debra M.

Snickers

We just wanted to write in to say how happy we are to have Snickers as a part of our family!  

She is a wonderful companion and great to go for walks with!  Everybody she's met absolutely loves her and wants to take her home for themselves (but we won't let them!)  

She is very interested in her sister Enzo (the cat) and they get into staring matches that are just so cute!!  

She sleeps between us every night and I don't know what we would have done without her.  She is truly a joy for us and we wanted to thank APR for everything that they do.

Kate, Joel, Snickers and Enzo

Pearl

Here is the happy family! Pearl the Atlanta Pet Rescue adoptee to the right and front and Buddy her playmate, on my shoulder.

Both Buddy and I are delighted with Pearl! She is so sweet and is the perfect soulmate for Buddy. My grandchildren adore her and are making plans to get a playmate for Buster their Boston Terrier!

My sincere thanks to APR.

Bill B.

Hannah Montana (formerly Blackie)

We adopted “Hannah Montana” last July. She is now known as Blackie and we love her. Our 4 1/2 year old daughter and Blackie are great friends. 

I’ve attached a couple of pictures for your entertainment. She is always cold so we got her a heater. She has her favorite corner of our sofa and props herself up like a lady. And she loves to chew on tennis balls and her squeaky toys.

Thanks!

Lauri

Hardy (formerly Timms)

Hello everyone!!

Well, it's been 5 months since we brought Timms home. We have renamed him Hardy after a famous street located in the town of our Alma Mater.  He is such a love. I never have to fuss at him and he does everything asked of him.

Shortly after we got him, one of our family members surprised us with a Christmas present... Izzy!! Izzy is a 6 month old Fiest, who lives up to the breed name...Fiesty!! They love each other!  They eat, sleep, chase, and play together like they've never been apart. The picture of Hardy chasing Izzy is hilarious. She had just bitten his tail and he was chasing her to seek his revenge!  We are leaving next weekend to go to Gatlinburg, TN and this will be the "kids'" first road trip! We can't wait!

We just want to thank Atlanta Pet Rescue for your mission and the joy you've brought us by giving us Hardy!  He's our baby boy!!

Thanks,

Justin, Mallory, Hardy, and Izzy S.

Queenie

Hi, my name is Queenie!  My mommy adopted me almost 2 years ago.  I've been meaning to give everyone at APR an update but I've been so busy....going to doggy daycare, the dog park, making new friends, and all kinds of other exciting things.   The first year of my life I was passed around a lot but now I love my home and my mommy loves me very much too.   Since I'm the only "grandchild" my "grandparents" spoils me rotten and they give me lots of toys and treats.   When I first came home with my mommy I was very scared of everything but I am learning that she will protect me.   For the most part I am a pretty good girl, but I love barking at the neighbor kids and their dog so I sometimes get in trouble for that (but I just can't help it).  I never tear up anything of my mommy's and also never have accidents.  She says I'm the best dog she has ever had.  Going to the dog park where I play with my best friend "lla the Boxer" is my favorite thing to do.  A good game of chase is hard to resist and she has taught me how to "box" which is pretty fun too. 

Well, its time for me to go on a walk so I gotta run for now.  First, though, I want to thank everyone at APR that cared for me especially my foster parents who taught me lots of great stuff and helped me find a family that loves me!

Queenie and Leigh T.

Fenway (aka Finn)

Finn's adopter stopped by Atlanta Pet Rescue and let us take an updated photo of both of them. That's true love!!!

Rosie

Hi everybody, We just wanted to send you an update on Rosie, a precious Bichon Frise girl we adopted from APR back in February 2007.

We have absolutely fallen in love with her and I can't picture my life without her. She and Trilby, our other Bichon, love each other and they do everything together, from going to the doggy park, to riding in the car, to going to get pampered at the groomers. 

Rosie has really blossomed into a great dog, but she still has some issues with my husband. She likes to make her presence known to him as soon as he comes into the room.

I'm sooooo glad we found her and I'm sure she is glad that we found her too... it sure is a different life from her  days in a puppy mill.

Just this morning she was on her back next to me on the bed and I was rubbing her belly.  Mornings are our favorite quality time together.

Well thanks for all you do and may God continue to bless you organization.  

Chris, Claudia, Trilby and Rosie  

P.S. The picture we sent is Rosie in her favorite UGA sweater on a trip we made to Illinois, her and Trilby loved the snow!!

Roxy

About a week ago the AJC ran an article on the top 10 most popular dogs and the Dobie was on it. No surprise since they are so awesome, but they asked Atlanta Dobie owners to submit pics of their dogs. Well I sent this one in of Roxy and she has the highest of their “cuteness rating”.  She’s a local celebrity! 

Roxanne wants to make sure I get a closeup! This 7-year-old Dobie with natural ears and tail was adopted from Atlanta Pet Rescue many years ago. What a blessing she has been. Roxanne loves to play with all the dogs in the neighborhood, but she really could do without cats.

Pete S.

Winnie

Winnie loves her new family.

Trip

Jack & Mojo

I just wanted to follow up about Jack, the Italian Greyhound we adopted almost 2 weeks ago. We are so glad he joined our family! We have another Italian Greyhound, Mojo, that is the same age as Jack (7 months old) and we really felt that Mojo needed a brother. As luck would have it, Jack showed up at Atlanta Pet Rescue and we adopted him immediately.  adopting him was one of the best things we could have done. Jack instantly became a part of our family and he and Mojo have not left each other's side since we brought him home. 

Here are a couple of pictures so you can see how sweet these two are together. Mojo is the black one and Jack is the white one. 

The Stewart Family