Loretta has been adopted! 01-01-2006

Loretta's story is a special one; she is looking for a unique owner - one that will love this senior girl and give her a fairy tale ending for the years that she has left.

Look in those eyes...do you see the years of sadness coming through? Do you see the body that has been mistreated and ignored for years? We couldn't look away, even though we know that Loretta is a senior and she certainly has a lot more mix than Shepherd in her. Sometimes we just have to say yes, even when the checking account is low and the bills are high. No one cared about Loretta, but we do.

Found tied to a tree in an abandoned backyard, Loretta had been without food or water for a long time. When we finally got her out of the shelter, she smelled worse than ANY dog we'd ever rescued. Our kind boarding operator bathed her immediately - after FIVE baths, she was still dirty. The sixth one did the trick - with good nutrition, her coat is softening up and is the prettiest tan. Loretta suffers from arthritis but her mobility has improved with good food and a constant soft bed. She also has cataracts and is nearly blind.

The good news: Loretta is so gracious and calm - she is grateful for any kindness. She learns her surroundings in about 15 minutes. Loretta has a voracious appetite! She loves Greenies and treats - even though she has just a few teeth left, she gives it the old college try every time!

If you recognise Loretta or have any information about her former owners, please contact us. They will be prosecuted for animal cruelty.

If you are a special soul and interested in meeting Loretta, please contact Beth via email at eacalder@yahoo.com. Don't forget to fill out our online application.

The minimum adoption donation for adults is $375 and the adoption donation for puppies is $500. This amount only partially covers the cost of veterinary care, boarding fees, and other miscellaneous expenses involved in the temporary care and adoption of our dogs and is tax deductible when permitted by law. The adoption donation provides that all dogs will be spayed or neutered, receive current vaccinations, and are microchipped. If not, arrangements will be made on an individual basis ( i.e., puppies who will need to be altered by 6 mos old). Special consideration may be given to those willing to adopt older dogs or dogs with physical problems.