Cloe (Vixi)

A brief update on Cloe who has now become Vixi (short for Vixen - "a female fox" - because she's "foxy," and she's built and moves like a red fox and is white like an Arctic fox). It took her no time at all to learn her new name! She so cute and super soft, just gotta loves those ears! She's lots of fun, loyal, loving, smart, eager to please, quick to learn, and just plain quick! She's already conquered a large number of commands and is quick to understand the house rules, though her nose has gotten her into trouble a couple times. We discover new quirks every day, such as her love of chasing water drops from the hose!!! She's met all the family members and thinks they are all great, and gets along well with Gemma, my daughter's Russell Terrier, who visits often. They have become good walking partners and share all their toys, though when one thinks the other has the best chew toy, they both will plot and wait for the opportunity to "steal" it away, only to have the other do the same minutes later. She's already been to our daughter's grooming shop and was a well-behaved client. We are planning to enroll her in an obedience class and then an agility program for both Vixi and Gemma. I'm sure she'll be a star with her speed and agility! She did have her first vet visit and started off happy enough, but definitely became suspicious, even growled warily a couple times when being examined, but no nipping or showing her teeth, and responded well when corrected. We're planning to go to the vets every now and then just to stop in and visit, ask her to do some commands and reward her, so she gets used to it . . . not sure if she had a bad experience previously. She is sometimes a bit shy when meeting new people and other times not. The more we socialize her, the more relaxed she gets. We can't thank you enough for your honesty and helpful advice during the adoption process. All in all, she fits right in and is already a beloved member of our family! Thanks so much to all the people at The Capital District Humane Association - Jennifer, Diane, Jennifer (Chelsea's volunteer handler at PetSmart), and Cloe's foster mom - for going that extra mile to help "Vixi" find her forever home! Roxane and "Vixi" (and all the family, too!)

Jebbie

We just love Jebbie. Thank you so much!

Bean

We'd be honored if you used the picture of Bean for the 'success stories.' It definitely turned out to be a perfect match! He may just be the most spoiled dog on the planet. And he knows it, too! : ) We will definitely keep in touch, continuing to send updates on Beansie. Keep up all the wonderful work you do. The animals are so fortunate to have people like you that work so hard to find them good homes. Little Bean has brought us so much joy - he's the perfect mix between angel and devil all wrapped up in cuteness. Thank you again so much!!

Allie

Allie is with out a doubt--amazing--she is so smart-she knows the difference between four toys. If I tell her go get bunny-she goes and gets bunny. If you throw all four toys and say which one to get---she'll get the right one...She is so loving and kind, what a joy in
my life. I thank-you so much. I'll be in touch... Love Sheryl and Allie

Timmy

Hi, Jen. Timmy is such a riot! Love him, thanks!

- Leslie

Oreo

After adopting Oreo in September 2009 I just can’t picture life without her. I feel lucky every day when I come home and have her waiting for me at the door to happily great me! She is loyal, obedient, smart, affectionate, and she does always strive to please me and my boyfriend. Even though she had some minor territorial problems in the beginning I was able to nip it before it escalated by becoming a pack leader.
It was a lot easier to do then I expected. Now Oreo is very calm and balanced. Oreo’s former foster parents Cody and also Marie went above and beyond by providing me with great advice answering any questions I had following the adoption about minor behaviors that were coming up. I think it is great how dedicated the volunteers
I worked with are before and after the adoption process (especially Cody). They continue to strive for the well-being of their former foster dogs by providing whatever knowledge they have to adopters before the dogs are adopted and then they are readily available afterwards if their advice is sought. It is comforting to know that with CDHA, nothing is hidden about the dogs so that adopters are prepared for many
of the behaviors that can come up and former foster homes readily suggest any strategies they have that can help.

Jennifer Akin

Biff

Thought you might enjoy a holiday update. Biff is such a wonderful dog. He loved helping pick out the Christmas tree and truly loved the snow. He's asleep at my
feet while I type. We all couldn't imagine life without him. Hope you have a wonderful holiday!

Take care,

Sandy Miller

Reily

Hi Jennifer. I just wanted to follow up with you regarding our adoption of Riley last month. I told you I would send some photos so I have attached a few. He is coming along wonderfully and I see improvement in him everyday. He is finally starting to have the energy of a young dog and his coat is coming in beautifully. He is still on medication and is seeing the vet regularly, but again, there's a huge improvement during the month we've had him. He's a wonderful pet that I feel truly blessed to have each and every day. Thanks so much for making him part of our family.

Tamara
 

Dudley

CDHA helps many people and their pets throughout the year.  Frequently, veterinarians refer clients to us.  In the case of "Dudley," his mistress wanted to provide him with the medical care he needed, but at this time couldn't afford to pay for the full treatment.  CDHA was glad to assist.....

Hello every one, this is Dudley again, I just wanted to inform you all of my surgery, I just had my surgery on may 13, 2009, everything went well. And for the most part I'm feeling better, but my leg is still kind of sore, my mom is taking the best care of me, she is home with my 24-7, she took a leave of absence from school for 2 weeks so she can be home with me, I  go back to the vet on May 22,2009 so they can remove the staples in my leg. I just want to say Thank You again, CDHA for helping us.

Sincerely,

Dudley & Mary Wescott

Tex

I just had a birthday, and decided to donate my gift to the CDHA, rather than buy something I really don't need. We've had Tex for a year now (may 15th), and the time has flown! Every day is pure pleasure with him. He's the best dog! He makes us laugh, at least once a day. I've enclosed some pictures. Tex doesn't photograph too well, with that little black face! He and our other dog, Milo, are best friends. Our BEST to all of you!

~ Shar Rodd

Chloe

 We love our new addition to the family. She is looking forward to her first christmas in her new home.

~ John, Jennifer, Staines and Chloe (formally "Rascal")

Timber

I asked my mom to write an update and send a picture to you on the anniversary of my being adopted. My name is Timber and I have a forever home!

I live with my mom and dad and Ginger, who is a cairn terrier, too. She and I have become good friends and I love having her with me. I have a lovely big back yard to run around in and enjoy chasing the squirrels that dare to come down the trees. There are some warm, sunny spots where I can sprawl out and relax next to the flowers. I don't play ball very much, but I have a good time watching Ginger run around like a crazy thing after that ball. I prefer sunning myself on the soft grass.

It was such a big change from living in a barn! I was scared at first and stuck really close to my new mom, but I feel very comfortable now and have the run of the whole house. Instead of sleeping in a barn, I now get to sleep on my mom and dad's bed with Ginger! I get good food and treats every day along with a daily walk with Ginger. I guess you'd say I've been spoiled!

I send my thanks to CDHA, who took care of my while I was in-between homes. I'll never forget the love and care they gave me. Thanks for being there for pets like me who don't get the best start in life...at least we get a new leash on life (tee hee), thanks to all of you!

Sincerely,

Timber, Joanne and John Razzano

Chester

Chester was given to a woman by her neighbor who was losing his apartment and just dropped chester off, the nice lady called one of the volunteers (cody) from CDHA to foster him and find him a good home. Which indeed he found a good home. As recently reported Chester is doing great in his new home, is finally housebroken , and loves his beagle friend. Hooray for Chester and his new family.

"Probably the biggest mistake we made is letting him in our bed. "

~ Theresa Maloney

Apache

Hi, we adopted one of your cats back in Nov. of 2007, 1 month after the passing of our beloved feline of 14 years..His name was Apache and he was found up in Warrensburg near a trailer park. He had apparently been abandoned and a neighbor took and interest in him and got him to your organization. We adopted him on his first day and only 10 minutes after he was available to be adopted.. WOW.. was that quick or what! When we got him home he wouldn't acknowledge the sliding glass doors leading out on the patio or even a window for 6 months! Even when we took him outside he scrambled out of our arms and back into the house. He wanted no part of the outside world.. so we decided to let him choose on his terms. It took about 9 months and his interested peaked..well, it's now over
1 1/2 years and he loves the outside.. He made friends with the cat next door, and they are best buddies..they hang out together all day.. it's really cute. On a more personal note, we changed his name to Wilson (from Castaway) because he was casted away.. and as for his personality.. what a doll! He is the most affectionate cat I have ever met.. He constantly rolls over on his back.. puts both front paws up in the air when he wants to be picked up.. Like a little kid..follows me everywhere , loves to be brushed and massaged (with the electric massager ) and gets ornery when you stop..we whistle for him to come home and he comes running..I think he is part dog.. Anyway, he is well loved and he knows it. He gives us so much in return I can't help spoiling him...

Thanks so much for allowing him to be in our lives.. we all win...and one very happy kitty thanks you.

P.S. On the day we adopted him, we were so excited, we forgot to go to a wedding that afternoon!

Thank you
Tedie Lascaris

Taysa

3/21/09

Greetings CDHA,

I was adopted on 2/7/09 from CDHA. My shelter name was “Ella”. My new mom, Dad (he’s in Iraq), and sisters named me Taysa, which means “new beginning to life”. They thought it really fit me. I had been caged for a year so they say. The first day mom kept me quiet, to relax and smell the scents. The 2nd day I met my sisters, 1 smooth Chihuahua, 2 long hair Chihuahuas and my 18 year old Siamese sister also. We all got along famously. I actually went to them more than my mom at first. They have been showing me the ropes; showing me that I can trust living here and trust the 2 legged creatures called humans, also the ones that visit us once in awhile. When I am in my safe areas I do let them pet me. Feels Good!

Well as the weeks have gone by I get new toys to play with. Love that Catnip! Mom plays with me also-A LOT. She throws balls or my mice and I fetch them. I also play by myself or with my sisters. Sometimes they slobber on my mouse so mom picks it up to dry it out. I don’t go to my safe petting areas as much. I love the petting and rubbing of the belly thing. Just, when it is someone I haven’t seen for awhile. I got to my safe zones. I do talk now for mom a lot.

Life is good, food is fine. Sunning myself is great; looking out sliders and windows is good too. My playmates-I LOVE. What more could you ask for! Oh yeah.. I can actually look forward to meeting my new Dad instead of hearing him talk to me from Iraq on the webcam. That will be happening in June Mom says.

When mom says "night-night" to us we all go upstairs to bed and pick our spots. Sometimes I sleep right next to mom or at her feet. I still don’t like to be picked up yet, but in time maybe I will. I do like to go on to laps for the petting.
Like I said my name suits me “A new beginning to Life” Cat’s meow and how!!!!

Thanks CDHA,

Taysa & my new family
Check out pictures of me and my sisters.
 

( Cooper-Formerly Reece)

“I am amazed at how well Cooper has acclimated to our home, which includes an eleven year old Rhodesian Ridgeback, cat, guinea pig, and two children. As someone who had never before adopted a dog, I didn’t know what to expect. Luckily, the foster mother “Patti” who we worked with was a wonderful guide through the entire process and provided us with constructive and honest feedback about Cooper that helped make the transition from foster home to forever home manageable and stress free. Thanks to this knowledgeable and caring person we knew what to expect and were prepared. Cooper has greatly enriched our lives even in this short period of time. He is well behaved and fun loving, loyal and affectionate, and an all round wonderful companion. We are so happy this journey is finally over for this sweet and loving dog. We are grateful to the committed foster families at CDHA for rescuing dogs like Cooper, thank you!”

- Erin and Doug, Glens Falls, NY

"Buddy"

Hi Guys,

It's me, Buddy (aka Parker). Just want to let you know I am doing great in my new home. I have been here one year and am so happy! As you can see I am very spoiled and loving it!!! I love my new mom and dad, and they love me a lot. Don't worry about me any more. Thanks for finding me a great new home.

Love ya,

Buddy
 

To All Pet Lovers,

I had adopted my kitty for CDHA.
Winkie was born with pneumonia which settled in her right eye. They had to be remove but she plays, and is loving and such a wonderful kitty.
I urge all of you to take a second look back when you are at Petsmart or any other humane organization to adopt one of God’s precious creatures and give them a happy and loving home.

Thanks.
Julie Caswell
 

Dear Friends (CDHA),


I am writing this to tell you about my new home and my new Mommy—Dawn. She is taking very good care of me. The food is yummy and I have a nice home to play and sleep in. My mommy has gotten me some fun toys and I’ve made toys from rolled up tape and paper bags. Mommy has some new nicknames for me like “Little Monkey” because of how I climb on her shoulders. And “Nusse” which is an endearing Norwegian term meaning “sweet one” (My grandma is for Norway and I can’t wait till I meet her). My grandma has a cat that is the same color as me named Max. But I haven’t met him yet as he lives in another state. I am being taken care of very well and my Mommy hopes that I continue to grow strong and healthy. I know I will. I hope that my friends out there find as happy a home as I have. I can’t believe that I have been with my new Mommy for 7 weeks already—but time flies when you’re giving fun—Hee! Hee! By the way, my new name is “Sophie” and I like it a lot.

Well, bye for now,
Your friend, Sophie
 

"Bailey"

We adopted Bailey in January after losing our previous dog. We could not ask for a better dog. He is amazing and wonderful. We wouldn't trade him for anything!
 

"Tigger and Lola"

Tigger:

Tigger came to live with us on July 25, 2007. He is one of sweetest cats that ever existed. He is very low key and not at all high maintenance. He loves to look out windows and sleep in his kitty condo. He also loves the furminator. He waits for me in the morning for his treats and is my official greeter when I walk in from work. I am so happy that Tigger has his forever home with us now.

Lola:

Lola is a 3 year old Boston Terrier who is an absolute love bug. I was so happy the day she came to live with us. She has some of the funniest tricks I have ever seen in a dog. She twirls in a circle standing straight up on just her hind legs when she wants a treat. She has a wonderful personality and the sweetest disposition. She ahs a younger brother, Mustang, who is also a Boston Terrier. They act as if they have known each other all their lives and they seem to be a perfect match. I am thrilled everyday when I see Lola and so happy she is such an important part of my life.

"Foster"

"My family and I started looking for a dog to add to our family in mid-May. We saw several postings and were immediately drawn to a lab/hound mix named Foster. I e-mailed the girl who was fostering him for CDHA and she told me all about him. While he was being neutered and fixed up from being on the streets, his foster mom and I stayed in touch and we met him and we all fell in love with him. We brought him home and he is the absolute best dog a family could ask for. He is very obedient, he gets along with my other pets and is great with my children. A big thank you to the Capital District Humane Association for being so responsive to all my questions about Foster. We couldn't be happier with him"
 

"Buddy"

"Finally, a photo of Buddy! He is such a wonderful little guy, who gets along with everybody and he is a great companion. We are lucky to have him! Thanks!"
 

"Macey"

"Marie and everyone at CDHA,

I would like to thank everyone there at CDHA for all your hard work that each of you do each and everyday! We adopted Macey (formerly Mittsie) at a cat and kitten adoption clinic back in October of 2007. She has brought such joy and love into our lives. She is the most loving and Charismatic kitten we have ever met! She was the best choice for us! Enjoy these pictures of her that we've sent. Thank you again and keep up the wonderful job.

Stacey, Matt, & Macey"

"Danny"

Danny is a 2 year old grey male kitty, a real sweetheart! He loves to curl up in a little ball and purrs when you rub his back as he sleeps!  If you came to visit him, he would not hesitate to come up and play with you!

Danny was found wandering the streets of NY city by a shelter with a small wound on his hind leg, in addition to his older fractured right hind leg which gives him a slight limp when he walks. He has been to the Vet and has had all shots, neutered, and is very healthy despite is little limp.

Danny has overcome all of these misfortunes, and now has his own home in Nassau NY!

"Howard"

He doesn’t seem to be letting the bandage or the injury bother him too much. I went to go take a picture of him and he immediately forced himself to get up so that I can take a picture of him. He loves to be petted and just likes being close to some human comfort. When I started to close his kennel he went back to the back of his cage and sat back down but I decided to stay with him a little while longer and he turned around to stay at the edge close to me loving the attention that he was getting.

Howard went through a lot & now has a great life.

"Allison"

The horrible things some people do to animals are simply unbelievable. Poor Allison (A749915), a 1 year old female, came in as a stray on 2/22 bearing the evidence of her terrible treatment. It appears that someone cut off her ears with a pair of scissors! It’s just unfathomable why someone would put a cat through such pain. Even though Allison will always bear the scars inflicted by cruel people, her wonderful personality has escaped unharmed. She’s just about the nicest cat you could imagine, always wanting to meow a friendly hello and curl up in your arms.

She now has a wonderful home with a very special family. She only weighed 4 lbs when I got her. She is doing fine. She is now gaining weight and is very happy in her new home .She is a very sweet cat with a happy ending!

"Toby"

  
                                                                                     
About a year ago, CDHA placed a darling Beagle named "Toby" with a family who wanted a nice, family pet. We just received this update from his family:

Dear Jennifer,

        I wanted to send you a picture of Toby from our last vacation last week in Vermont. Please enjoy it as well as post it on the "Success Stories" page. Toby (we call him Tobias) has been like a second child to us and a little brother to our son Rohin. We simple cannot imagine life without Tobias. Thank you for bringing Tobias to us and for all the wonderful work you do every day...

                                                                                              --Briti

  
                                                                                     
CDHA recently found a new home for Maya, a sweet German Shepherd. Her new owner wrote, saying that she is enjoying her large, fenced yard and is getting along well with both his cats. She's a very good girl and no trouble at all. Maya sleeps in a cedar bed next to him and even goes to bed before he does!

  
                                                                                     
Nemo, which means "no one" in Latin, came to CDHA when his family had financial problems and could no longer take care of him. He is such a loving fellow that he would lick your hands, give "kitty kisses," and purr nonstop. He quickly became a favorite with our volunteers, who were thrilled when he was adopted, yet hated to see him leave. His family loves Nemo and wanted us to have a picture of him lounging in the lap of luxury.

         
                                                                                     
Bill and I have been meaning to give you a progress report on Bailey, and now that we are settled into our new home we also wanted to apprise you of our new address. As you may recall, we adopted Bailey (a standard poodle) Labor Day weekend in 2004 from the Capital District Humane Association's adoption clinic at PetSmart in Latham. When we met him that day, we knew we had to give him a permanent home. Bailey has been a wonderful addition to our lives!

In the beginning, he was quite shy and anxious, particularly around men. It saddened us to think about what he must have experienced in his former homes, but we were determined to help him adjust to his new life. Although Bailey had obviously received some training in one or both of his former homes, we were told that participating in an obedience program with him would help us bond with no problem. We then participated in a basic agility program during the spring of 2005. Finally, he and I spent last summer taking a course to prepare us for the Canine Good Citizen and Therapy Dog International certification exams. I am pleased to report that Bailey and I passed both exams in August, and we are now certified as a therapy team! The joy that Bailey has brought to our lives is now being shared with others. Bailey and I volunteer at St. Margaret's Center (a skilled nursing facility for children and young adults), which is a member of the Center for the Disability Services family and where I am a board member. Bailey is very friendly to all of the day program participants, residents, and staff and remarkably careful around those who are especially frail. The look on their faces when we visit is priceless!

We want to thank you for all that you did to facilitate Bailey's adoption and for all that you continue to do to help dogs, cats, and other animals in the Capital District find good homes. I have enclosed several photos of our precious Bailey, with the most recent ones first. He is enjoying our new home, complete with a fenced backyard with plenty of room for his favorite sport--playing ball--lots of big windows to look out, and plenty of birds and squirrels to chase.

We feel so lucky to have Bailey and encourage others who are considering a pet to adopt. They could end up just as fortunate as we are to have gained a best friend!

  
                                                                                         Rusty and Beverly  

CDHA faces many challenges in the placement of the homeless animals in the adoption program. Rusty was one dog none of us will ever forget. He originally came to us as a five-month-old-puppy. His original owner had acquired him from a pet store and subsequently mistreated Rusty. Ten months later we still had Rusty, and no one expressed any interest in adopting him--mostly because he was so energetic, that all potential adopters saw was a whirling dervish with wiry red hair. It took our volunteers all they could do to handle him. Then the fortunate day came when a kindly couple decided Rusty was the right dog for them. After our usual interviews and screening, Rusty went to his new home, but not for very long. The dreaded day came, several months later. Rusty, despite their best efforts to train him, was just "too much." All of us at CDHA were heartbroken for Rusty. We were also frustrated because you can't take the terrier out of a terrier, and Rusty (a terrier mix) had the typical energy level of many animals his breed type. Once again no one gave him a second look. It wasn't until a "Beverly" called that Rusty's fortunes changed for good. She was interested in this dog and wanted to meet him. However, despite our desire to place Rusty, we were extremely cautious. We advised Beverly that Rusty could be a terror. "Well," she said, "dogs should be energetic."
         The next clinic arrived, and it was hectic with dogs for adoption and potential adopters when one of our volunteers excitedly announced that someone had come to see Rusty, and she seemed like a good home. It was Beverly, armed with her photo album of pet pictures of beloved pets from the past. She marveled over Rusty and thought he was just the most wonderful dog. Could she adopt him?
          Beverly and Rusty and a perfect match. It's the perfect ending we always dreamed of for him. Each time we receive pictures we smile with pleasure and thank Beverly for giving Rusty a chance.
 

Alicia and her standard poodle "Nikki" Adopted from CDHA in 2003

Alicia writes that Nikki and she went through training so Nikki could get her certification as a therapeutic dog.  She now works with Alicia at her office two times a week and is great with children and adults.

"I (we) thank you and the Capital District group for your dedication and wonderful work."

"We could not be happier..."

"Bud" came from a local animal shelter.  Unfortunately, no one wanted him.  One look at him told us that he deserved a good home, and that's just what he got.  Bud's family says, "He just loves it here and we love him - he is the love of our lives!"

Bud's family writes CDHA often and give us "love reports." Just recently they wrote: "Just a note to let you know Bud is doing well. He is healthy and very happy. He loves spending time 'cuddling' on the couch with his mommie, playing in the yard and taking his squeaky newspaper for a walk. ...He is such a joy. We really love him. Thank you again for helping us find him."

--Madeline and Lori
 

That's how Casper came to us - a ten to twelve year old, sweet dog who found a renewed joy life once he was on a leash and going for a walk.

We placed Casper in one of our foster homes and within two days of having him we received a call from a man named "Robert" who had seen him at the shelter.  He felt sorry for Casper and was told we had rescued him.  It seems that Robert's other dogs (He has several) are all older animals he's given a home.  He thought perhaps Casper would fit in also.

Robert's veterinary references were excellent, so we arranged a meeting with Casper, and Casper found his new home.  We think that this lucky dog had his own personal angel watching out for him.

Capital District Humane Association rescues all kinds of animals.  In addition to all the dogs and cats we've saved in this year, we also have taken and placed 6 chicken and 2 horses.

"Racer"                                                                   "Ben"

"Racer" was in the last stages of starvation when we rescued him.  "Ben" was also severely neglected.  Both have found permanent, loving new homes.

The cost of saving these horses was in the thousands of dollars.  If you would like to help us rescue future horses please send us a donation in Ben's or Racer's name.  Also, if you suspect a case of neglect of cruelty please contact us.  Your privacy will be honored in making such a complaint.  Call 664-1237.

Capital District Humane Association P.O. Box 11330 Loudonville, NY 12211

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