A Stray Dog's Prayer

Boots Hi ARF, When we fostered Boots little did I know how much my husband would fall in love with her! If she cuddles up on his lap he won 't move because he feels guilty making her move, too funny ! We weren't planning to adopt another cat, but she is the nicest one we've ever met and we're so excited that she's ours. For sure, I'll still want to help out with fostering though! Lee-Ann Force

Scout Its hard to believe that its been over a year since Scout (previously Stella) joined our family. She has certainly blossomed from our funny little "piggy" with the huge ears into a gorgeous girl. It seems we can't go anywhere without someone stopping to ask about her. Of course we're always happy to tell them how the wonderful volunteers at ARF hand raised she and her siblings from just a few days of age until we were lucky enough to adopt her. Scout is now 65 pounds of pure muscle and she kept her beautiful curly coat which gives her quite a distinct look. She is an extremely intelligent, often independent dog who gives us something to laugh about nearly every day. The pictures are from a trip up to a cottage in Sudbury this summer. She had a great time crashing around in the bush, riding in the boats and swimming for the first time. We couldn't be happier with our whole experience with ARF and with Scout. Thanks again to everyone who played a part in helping her to thrive. She is a true example of the saying that "dogs are not our whole lives, but they make our lives whole." Leann and Jane

Bronson Hi Charmaine, Bronson has made himself right at home and is a very easy going happy dog. He and our other dog Diesel are getting along well, although Bronson plays a bit too rough for Diesel’s liking, but we are working on that. They both love to play tug and hunt for their treat filled Kongs. Bronson has lots of energy and loves to run, play and sniff off leash at our family’s property. Although he has selective hearing at times when he is onto a scent, he never strays too far. Bronson knows many cues already and I am looking forward to building on this in our obedience classes starting in October. Thanks Kerri & Chris

Jasper Hi Laurie. Since we adopted Jasper in June, I thought it would be nice to send you an update. Jasper became a member of our family as soon as he arrived for us to foster! He is getting along with our other two dogs and the 3 cats and they love to play all the time. He is even helping out with our newest ARF foster, Lily, showing her 'the ropes' so to speak!! Jasper took the next level of training with Yvette www.awesomedogs.ca and he did great. We can't imagine our family without him! I have attached a pic of Jasper with Lily. Bonnie DeSando - ARF

Chancey It's such a great feeling to know that Chancey (pictured between Marlee and Jack, new sister and brother) is finally ours! She really is such a great dog.....we just love her. I just can't imagine her not being here! We've had all four pups at the off-leash park several times this week. They all get along so well with the other dogs and thoroughly enjoy themselves. I also take Jack and Marlee to Komoka Park regularly. They love swimming in the water and meet lots of new doggy friends. I can't wait to take Chancey there. We've been very limited since the end of July - first she was in heat and now we have to wait for her stitches to heal before she goes in the water. By next week, she should be good to go! I have included some favourite pictures of Chancey for an update.....couldn't decide which two so I'll leave that to your discretion. Thanks again for all of your support with Chancey. We truly feel so lucky for having her in lives. She definitely keeps us smiling! Lisa

Bubba Hello All Bubba is doing just great ...he is now 52lbs and is scheduled to be neutered next week. He graduated from puppy school back in July and is really becoming a great companion. ...still nipping though. I am attaching a couple of pictures taken at the Pinery Provincial Park over the summer. Thanks again and keep doing good things! It's amazing how many people know about ARF ...even in Toronto I meet people who know about your organization! Regards Liz

Logan Hi Laurie, Logan (who was Angus) is amazing. He has a gained a little weight and is now 80.2 pounds, but the best news we had in August was the fact he was clear of heartworms, that also meant that he had to be neutered so he is not quite the man he used to be but he doesn't seem to care! He has made himself right at home, on the beds, on the sofas, however he has a definate affinity for leather shoes and underwear, so that has made Alexandra and Mark pick up their things!! A great positive outcome! He made friends with the cats and horses, though he was really scared of the horses at first and thought he would say "hello" to them in the doggie way by sniffing their backends!!! We have taught him however that is the wrong end to say hello. Both horses loved him so all is good and he comes for a walk along the trail with them. Logans best friends are all the dogs that play on the Commons, up to 25 somedays. He just leaves us and runs to play, but he always comes when he is called. He is such a happy dog and we all love him dearly. Thank you for letting us adopt him. Regards Barbara, David, Alexandra and Mark Lee

Molly Just wanted to send you an update on how Molly (aka Feebie) is doing. She is great - absolutely fabulous! She's growing and getting bigger and bigger - she is almost 50 lbs. Her coat is really shiny - everyone compliments her on her shiny black fur. Molly is such a friendly social dog - there isn't another dog that she doesn't like or get along with. Molly has been to puppy training. She has learnt the basic commands and responds well. She has some selective hearing - especially when she's distracted by other dogs. In her world dogs come first, then children, then adults. She's a really good walker - she's good on the leash and is a pleasure to walk. There is a off leash area a couple blocks away and she loves going there. Molly was spayed a few weeks ago - the vet also corrected the umblica hernia and added a microchip. She was a little out of it for a couple of days and then she bounced back very quickly. Janice and I haven't had a chance to get Molly and Taz together - we definitely plan to and we will send you pictures. In the meantime attached are a couple of recent photos of Molly. Thank you for doing such a great job fostering Molly and selecting me to be her Mom. She is a wonderful dog and I'm so glad she's mine. thanks Suzanne

Morgan As promised, here is our wonderful Morgan lounging in her pool, one of her very favourite things to do (she loves water of all kinds!). She also loves playing with her ball and big doggy sister Annie, making friends everywhere she goes and providing LOTS of kisses to all. It did not take us long to know this little foster pup was ours and would not be heading to the ARF site for adoption by anyone else. She is the happiest dog we have ever known and just loves life so many thanks to Pilot and ARF for finding our girl and rescuing her. Morgan is very distinctive with her colouring, green eyes and charming face and we are stopped everywhere and asked about her breed. We are happy to let them know she is a true ʽArfleʼ. She also has turned out to be an excellent and incredibly patient big foster sister to other ARF puppies....one of the adoptive families commenting on Morgans wonderful personality said she should be a 'poster dog' for ARF.. Thanks all! Johnston-Howard Puppy Team