This page is dedicated to Waldo, our poster boy for pet rescue. CAPP rescued Waldo, a wonderful Basset/Beagle mix, twice... once from a high kill shelter and once again, six years later, when his owner violated the adoption contract and gave him away. Waldo ended up chained outside and, when re-rescued, had massive skin and ear infections. His paws were swollen and raw and he was so obese (75 pounds!) he could barely walk. It took several months to get his infections cleared up and his weight down to 45 pounds, and when Waldo was ready for a new home he was featured on the Channel 10 Pet Connection. As you can see from the picture of Waldo taken shortly after placement, he now lounges on couches and gets the treatment he deserves! He is, truly, home at last!
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Hazel (changed from Mindy) was adopted through CAPP in March of 2007. She was rescued with other small dogs from a basement. Her fur was stained with urine, and her paw pads were partially burnt off from the urine as well. It took Hazel a month to walk outside on her own on a leash. Her head was always hung low, and she avoided eye contact with me at all times. She was very scared of the outdoors, and all people she came in contact with.
After almost 2 years, she has adjusted quite well, especially for an older dog. She is no longer timid in the presence of strangers, as long as they respect her space. Her self esteem has grown, and she no longer holds her head down in fear. She is a proud dog and a happy dog. She is full of energy, and she loves to run free at the park and the roll in the sand at the beach. She gives me her paw every time she greets me, and I get kisses on a daily basis.
Hazel still battles some of her fears and anxieties, but the majority of the time she is very content. I couldn't be happier that she is part of my life, and am very grateful to CAPP for giving her and other dogs a second chance at life.
Lee Anne Hannula, Quincy, Mass
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Bandit
Bandit was adopted in April of 2007. As you can see from the pictures, he really enjoys hiking with his two canine sisters. He also enjoys playing dog agility, swimming, going for walks, pestering his two canine sisters, and learning new tricks. He's also done a tiny bit of canine freestyle. He even tried sheep herding for a day. He's such a clever boy and I'm glad that I added him to my household.
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Beau
Beau is adjusting well to his new home and has become a best buddy to us. At first he was VERY shy with others but is socializing well, if a bit slowly. He's been out to a play date with another dog and has his squeaky ball as his favorite toy. He's EXTREMELY obedient and very polite walking on the leash. What a GREAT boy!
Pamela and Martin
NOTE FROM CAPP: Beau was severely neglected, emaciated, and very shy when rescued; we are extremely happy that he has found such a great home and is adjusting well. This is what animal rescue is all about! |
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Isaac
Isaac was adopted in March of 2007 and has really made himself at home. He loves to swim, take lots of walks, play with his new friends and is pretty much happy as long as he gets to hang out. Everyone who meets Isaac adores him. From his cute face to his winning personality, no one can resist giving him a belly rub (and he'll always ask for one). We love Isaac and can't imagine our home without him! Thanks CAPP!
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Lady Jane and Red Sonja
Lady Jane was in the CAPP program for a long time. She is a senior citizen dog, but she truly believes that you're only as old as you feel. Jane is a canine Red Hat Society lady--sophisticated and fun-loving. Lady Jane came as a foster dog in May of 2004. My husband was away with the military, and Jane came at a time when she was much needed. Not only did she make me feel safe when I was home alone, she helped in the healing process over the loss of a previous pet.
In June, Jane was placed temporarily and we began to foster 9 month old Red Sonja. As Sonja recovered from kennel cough, her "puppiness" began to reveal itself. Sony is a fun and happy girl, but as a pup she was a bit overwhelming. She obviously needed a companion, someone steady and well-trained, but who was also willing to play someone exactly like Lady Jane.
Janie came back to us, this time as a "nanny" for a rambunctious pup. We adopted both of them. "The Girls" have become inseparable, and are integral parts of our family.
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Dill (CAPP name Toby)
b. September, 2004
Dill was a puppy mill pup who got sick while for sale in a local mall pet store. His illness made him undesireable so he was kept in a crate in the back of the store until he recovered. He was eventually sold but was unsocialized as well as not housebroken, so at nine months of age he was surrendered to CAPP.
After a short time he was placed in a foster home, where his silly antics and lively personality proved irresistable. He was adopted by his foster family in July, 2005 and now runs things, or at least he thinks he does!
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Max, Legolas and Strider
Maximus is our beautiful grey and white boy. We adopted him as a companion for our elderly rescue cat, Jupiter. Unfortunately, Jupie had no desire to play with the kitten. He wanted to play so badly, but she got upset when he would try to engage her.
Max obviously needed a playmate, so we went in search of another kitten. We planned to adopt only one, but when we went to Healthy Pet to look at a litter, we both fell in love with a different kitten.
There was nothing to do but to bring both of them home. Legolas (Siamese coloring) and Strider (striped) were brothers of Duffy (the kitten for whom CAPP's Duffy's Fund was named). The boys quickly made themselves at home, and became fast friends with their new big brother, Max. |
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