Saving Spalding Pets

I am part of a volunteer group of people dedicated to rescuing animals awaiting death by "gas chamber" methods. These are the animals at one such shelter, the Spalding county animal shelter in Griffin, GA.

Wednesday, June 21, 2006

URGENT! AO6-1501 SHARPEI/LAB MIX-DIXIE-RESCUED!


Dixie and her friend (probably relative) Tubby were dumped at the shelter by their owner. Dixie is just about 30 lbs and, although very nervous at first in the shelter, she has settled down nicely and seems to be very happy and affectionate. Her last moment of life will be at 8:00 a.m. JUNE 22, THURSDAY.

URGENT! AO6-1500 SHARPEI/LAB MIX-TUBBY-RESCUED!


Tubby was dumped at the shelter along with his friend (probably relative) Dixie. Apparently Tubby does not care much for other dogs, except for Dixie. He is friendly with people, though a bit reserved. He is about 40 lbs. His last moment of life will be at 8:00a.m. JUNE 22, THURSDAY.

AO6-1567 GOLDEN RETRIEVER MIX-PREGNANT-RESCUED!


This pretty girl is about 2 years old. She is in a dire predicament..because she is pregnant, she cannot be adopted by an individual, but can only go to a licensed, approved rescue group. She has the loveliest, submissive demeanor. Her last day is listed as JUNE 23.

AO6-1625 GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG-DUKE-ADOPTED LOCALLY!


Dear old Duke is an 8 year old male GSD who was dumped here along with his mate Honey because their owner was transferred in the military. Duke has a very loving and affectionate nature and should be a great big boy, but he is pretty underweight and already weighs over 100 lbs. He has the cutest white stripe in the middle of his face. He is available NOW and his last day is listed as JUNE 27.

AO6-1624 GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG-HONEY-RESCUED!


Poor Honey..her owner was transferred with the military and she and her mate Duke were dumped at the shelter. Honey is 3 years old and is a PB GSD; she is pretty reserved at first but warms up in a few moments. She is available NOW and her last day is listed as JUNE 27.

AO6-1595 GREAT DANE MIX-OWNER SURRENDER-RESCUED!


This handsome boy is just a pup about 6 months old. He has the mantle coloring and physical likeness of a Dane, although doesnt appear to be as large as a PB Dane. He is available NOW and his last day is listed as JUNE 27.

AO6-1623 PEKINGESE MIX-RESCUED!


Such a tiny little guy to be in this place all alone. Even though he is very frightened, he is always happy to see someone and loves to be petted and held. His last day is listed as JUNE 27.

AO6-1619 DLH TUXEDO-CHAPLIN-OWNER SURRENDER-RESCUED!


Poor Chaplin..dumped after 8 years of loyalty! It doesn't seem that his family took very good care of him anyway; his coat is horribly matted and in terrible shape. Despite this neglect, Chaplin is a sweet boy who needs someone to really care for him.
He is available NOW and his last day is listed as JUNE 27.

Tuesday, June 20, 2006

AO6-1569 ROTTWEILER-RESCUED!


This big boy is just stunning. He is about 2-3 years old and seems to be a very nice dog. It is impossible to test him with other dogs or cats in this shelter setting, but I do know that he is affectionate and gentle with all the people who spend time with him. His last day is listed as JUNE 23.

Monday, June 19, 2006

AO6-1568 BLACK LAB/BASSETT HOUND MIX-RESCUED!


I'm guessing Bassett mix, cause this good-looking pup looks like a Black Lab with shorter legs and longer ears than a Lab. He is about a year old and just a sweetheart. His last day is listed as JUNE 23.

AO6-1564 BLACK LABRADOR RETRIEVER-RESCUED!


This handsome boy appears to be a PB Black Lab, about one year old. He is a very nice dog; friendly and affectionate. His last day is listed as JUNE 23.

AO6-1563 DACHSHUND MIX-OWNER SURRENDER-RESCUED!


This little guy is about 3 years old and only about 12 lbs or so. He is sooo frightened in the shelter and didn't want to come to me; he just laid in the corner of the cage and cried. He is available NOW and his last day is listed as JUNE 23.

Saturday, June 17, 2006

BO6-391 LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-RESCUED!


I really like this guy..he is a one year old Lab mix and has the prettiest black coat with white speckled paws. He is happy and silly and soooo handsome! He is available NOW and his last day is listed as JUNE 22.

BO6-392 SHEPHERD MIX-OWNER SURRENDER-RESCUED!


This girl seemed a bit apprehensive (who can blame her?), but she warmed up soon and was licking my fingers and wagging her tail. She is available NOW and her last day is listed as JUNE 21.

AO6-1561 BLACK LABRADOR RETRIEVER-PTD..SICK. SORRY, SWEET LANCE.


This young adult male Black Lab has the shiniest coat! He seems to be more laid back than the typical Lab and has a happy demeanor. His last day is listed as JUNE 22.

AO6-1562 AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD MIX-RESCUED!


This baby appears to be about 6 months old and is a pretty tri-color puppy with a bobtail. She is such a sweetheart. Her last day is listed as JUNE 22.

BO6-393 BOXER-ADOPTED LOCALLY!


This sweet little girl appears to be a 1 year old PB Boxer with natural ears and a docked tail. She is very friendly and does the Boxer "wiggle" when you talk to her. Her last day is listed as JUNE 22.

Wednesday, June 14, 2006

BO6-377 LABRADOR RETRIEVER/SHEPHERD MIX-JILL-ADOPTED!


Poor little Jill..she is just a baby all alone in this loud, scary place. She is only about 6 months old and doesn't deserve to die all alone in this shelter. Her last day is listed as JUNE 16.

AO6-1511 LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-JOLEEN-RESCUED!


Try as I might, I just couldn't get Joleen to look at the camera. Silly girl! She is just a year old and is a sweet, submissive little girl who was dumped at the shelter by her owner. She is available NOW and her last day is listed as JUNE 19.

AO6-1519 GERMAN SHEPHERD DOG-COOKIE-ADOPTED!


Pretty Cookie was left at the shelter by her owner who stated he just didn't have time for her anymore. She is 3 years old and is a beautiful, affectionate GSD. She is available NOW and her last day is listed as JUNE 20.

BO6-378 SHAR PEI-JULIET-RECLAIMED BY OWNER!


Sweet Juliet is all dressed up in her pretty red bandana with no place to go! I am hoping that Juliet's owner who cared enough to adorn her with a bandana will care enough to come looking for her. She is very quiet and gentle. Her last day is listed as JUNE 19.

AO6-1521 BEAGLE-MAGGIE-OWNER SURRENDER-ADOPTED LOCALLY!


I was at the shelter when Maggie's owner was dropping her off. I asked why she was leaving her pet at a kill shelter, and she replied that she was tired of Maggie getting out of her fenced in yard..she had been doing it since she was a puppy and she didn't want to deal with it anymore. I begged her to take Maggie home, but she wouldn't budge. Poor Maggie...she is 3 years old and already SPAYED. And she is a sweetheart, too. She is available NOW and her last day is listed as JUNE 20.

BO6-379 BLACK LAB/BEAGLE MIX


This little girl is about 6 months old. She will not get much bigger, and is just about 25 lbs. now. She is a sweet, friendly little girl who needs a new home now. Her last day is listed as JUNE 20.

AO6-1516 YELLOW LABRADOR RETRIEVER-MISCHIEF-OWNER SURRENDER


I'll never understand why people dump such wonderful dogs at the shelter. Mischief is 18 months and appears to be a purebred Yellow Lab. He is handsome and happy..a perfect pet. He is available NOW and his last day is listed as JUNE 20.

Friday, June 09, 2006

AO6-1479 DMH TABBY


I just love this kitty's laid back demeanor. She acts as if she doesn't have a care in the world. Even with all the dogs barking loudly just a few feet away, she is calm and cool. Her last day is listed as June 15.

AO6-1490 REDBONE COONHOUND


UPDATE-THIS GIRL WAS ABLE TO GET OUT OF HER KENNEL JUST IN TIME TO DART OUT AN OPEN DOOR. SHE IS ON THE RUN! The shelter has this girl listed as a Bloodhound mix, but I think she is a Redbone, and a gorgeous one at that. She has a happy, social hound attitude. Her last day is listed as June 16.

BO6-374 GOLDEN RETRIEVER MIX-OWNER SURRENDER


This guy is only a year old and is already in the market for a new home. He has a beautiful golden coat and a shining temperament. He is available NOW and his last day is listed as June 16.

AO6-1497 TIBETAN MASTIFF MIX-BEAR-RESCUED BY DRDR!




Sweet, fun-loving Bear was adopted here a couple of months ago. Once again, it seems a dog's inappropriate chewing has landed him in danger. People have no patience. Bear resembles a TM, but on a much smaller scale, about 65 lbs. He is UTD on all vaccinations and has been NEUTERED. He gets along with other dogs and children, although he plays a bit rough for very small kids. Bear is a beautiful dog who needs to be part of a family, not languishing in the back yard, bored to death. The person who surrendered him even said that she had asked her vet if he would EXTRACT Bear's teeth to keep him from chewing! Can you believe that? He is available NOW and his last day is listed as June 16.

Thursday, June 08, 2006

AO6-1394 CALICO WITH KITTENS-URGENT! RESCUED!!!


This lovely lady is in dire need of rescue. She and her little babies are out of time! Their last day is listed as June 9.

AO6-1448 DSH CALICO WITH KITTENS-OWNER SURRENDER


Dumped at the shelter by your owner, along with your babies..can life get any worse? This sweet mama and her babies needs rescue quickly. They are available NOW and their last day is listed as June 13.

AO6-1464 DSH BLACK WITH KITTENS-OWNER SURRENDER


Now this mama kitty looks completely exhausted. She has lots of babies who are clearly wearing her out. She and her babies' last day is listed as June 14.

AO6-1457 DSH CALICO AND KITTENS


You can just see how laid back this mama kitty is in her pic, despite having all her babies crawling all over her! This family's last day is listed as June 14.

AO6-1475 DSH DILUTE CALICO AND KITTENS-OWNER SURRENDER


This beautiful kitty was dumped here at the shelter along with her kittens. She is very lovable and her kittens are social and friendly. They are available NOW and her last day is listed as June 15.

AO6-1407 TORTI AND 3 KITTENS


This pretty mama kitty and her 3 babies are desperate for a new home. They are all very social, very loving kitties. Their last day is listed as June 12.

Tuesday, June 06, 2006

AO6-1332 PLOTT HOUND MIX-EXTREMELY URGENT! RESCUED!!!


This big handsome dog was overlooked somehow when I posted pics last time. He is a gentle giant with a beautiful black coat with brindle markings on his legs. Please help! His last day is listed as June 7!

Sunday, June 04, 2006

BO6-338 YELLOW LABRADOR RETRIEVER-OWNER SURRENDER-RESCUED!!!


This big boy is about a year old and almost out of time! He is a very quiet, stoic dog who seems completely bewildered as to how and why he has ended up here. He is not an "in your face" kind of dog, but more laid back and would probably be content to just lie at your feet. His last day is listed as June 5.

AO6-1309 LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-OWNER SURRENDER-RESCUED BY DRDR!


This little girl is listed as 6 months old, but appears to be a little older than that. She has a beautiful red coat and has a wonderfully sweet demeanor. She is available NOW and her last day is listed as June 5.

AO6-1313 BEAGLE MIX-OWNER SURRENDER-RESCUED!!!


This girl is very Beagley-looking, but is too tall to be PB. She is about 35 lbs. and just 2 years old. This is a very happy, friendly dog who is available NOW and her last day is listed as June 6.

BO6-354 SPANIEL/POODLE MIX-RESCUED BY GRIFFIN-SPALDING HUMANE SOCIETY!!!


This girl is listed as a Spaniel mix by the shelter, but something about her face and coat reminds me of a Poodle. She appears to have been recently shaved over her entire body. She is terrified in the shelter. She has never offered to growl or bite, but she just shakes all over when you touch her. Her last day is listed as June 7.

AO6-1297 DSH BLACK AND AO6-1298 DSH BLACK/WHITE


Not sure if these kittens are boys or girls; they are about 6 weeks old and both of them are very friendly and social. Their last day is listed as June 5.

AO6-1347 SHAGGY TERRIER MIX-RESCUED BY GRIFFIN-SPALDING HUMANE SOCIETY!!!


This little girl looks like those "Benji" looking dogs who are so popular in movies. She is around 30 lbs and has the prettiest blonde coat. She is sweet and loving and very social. Her last day is listed as June 8.

AO6-1387 BLACK LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-RESCUED!!!


This beautiful girl was adopted from this shelter not too long ago, but was returned because she chewed on things! Well, she is a healthy, strong Black Lab mix who is just 9 months old; chewing is normal. She needs a home where her family will be more patient with her and give her proper toys to chew. She is available NOW and her last day is listed as June 9.

AO6-1394 DSH SIAMESE MIX-OWNER SURRENDER


This handsome kitty has the most beautiful gray color, with Siamese markings. He is 18 months old, already NEUTERED and a really nice boy. He is available NOW and his last day is listed as June 9.