Buddy

9/22/11: Buddy was adopted!!!!


Calm guy...

Greetings all!  Are you on the search for a new Buddy?  If so, then I'm your perfect match!  I'm Buddy, a 3-year young Shiba Inu mix who was brought to MaxFund as a stray. Although my previous life may have been a bit uncertain, I am a rather well-natured guy who enjoys the company of all other dogs, cats and people I've met.  I'm not so sure about little kiddos but such a nice young man as myself will probably do just fine with any polite beings.  Like all of the MaxFund residents, I'll need to meet all potential family members before deciding whether we can co-habitate.

My trusty resource (Wikipedia!) describes Shiba Inu's as "small, agile dogs that cope well with mountainous terrain".   Unfortunately, my previous life didn't allow me to live up to my fantastic roots (ahem...that's a nice way to say that I've packed on a a few extra pounds - I'm about 38-lbs right now).  But, lucky for you, several studies (by the National Institutes of Health, nonetheless!) demonstrate that dog owners who regularly walk their dogs are more physically active, more mobile inside their homes, less likely to be obese, and experience less stress, anxiety and loneliness!  Research also shows that walking your dog helps contribute to positive, enjoyable social interactions!  Woah baby!  Looks like we'll both benefit by regular exercise! 

My favorite activities include playing with tennis balls, getting brushed, and just lounging around.  I must admit that I'm a bit of an escape artist so my future family will need to commit to keeping me safe and secure.  My least favorite day of the week is trash day - the loud noises that truck makes is truly the dumps!  

Please hurry in to MaxFund ASAP - your new Buddy is patiently waiting!  

Piper

9/30/11: Piper was adopted!


Perfect girl

Hello!  My name is Piper and I'm a 5-year-YOUNG, 65-lb, female German Shepherd mix.  I was relinquished by my previous owner as (s)he became ill and lost the family home.  I'm a little confused and really miss my previous family but I know that the perfect family is out there searching for me right now!

My previous owner had only fantastic things to say about me.  Here's just part of the long list of why I'll make the perfect canine companion:

Housebroken? Check.   

Good with kids? Check.

Good with other dogs? Check.

Enjoys car rides? Check.

Good with cats? Check.

Basic obedience? Check (including sitting on my rump with my front paws up in the air - which sure makes you humans smile!)

Good on a leash? Check.

Good lookin'? Check.

I'm quite the star athlete and am a very impressive jumper - so I'll need to go to a home with a tall, very secure fence.  I'm patiently waiting for a loving, faithful, attentive family in which I can relax and trust that they will always keep me safe, healthy and protected.  Not too shabby of a goal, eh?  I look forward to meeting YOU soon! 

Hooch

8/31/11: Hooch was adopted!


Hooch is truly a HOOT!

YeeHaw!  You say you're looking for a new 4-legged companion?  Well, look no more - your good fortunes have led you to stumble upon me...Hooch - also known as "Hooch The Hoot" around MaxFund!  I'm an 8-month young, 26-lb terrier/schnauzer puppy who is guaranteed to make *you* grin!  Sadly, I was found one morning abandoned on the MaxFund front porch - but I have no regrets and I'm taking advantage of meeting every friendly person and dog around!

I'm quite a popular young man around these parts.  I can seem a bit shy when you're looking at me from the other side of my kennel, but I promise I warm up quickly and will show you what a bundle-of-laughs I really am.  My favorite pass-times include chasing balls, playing tug-of-war and plain ole pouncing around.  My biggest decision of late occurred when faced with multiple tennis balls in one of the play rooms here at MaxFund...I just couldn't quite figure out *which* of those balls should be carried around!  I hear that a bigger decision is in my near future - picking the *perfect* forever family!  

Like all puppies, I'll need a family with the time, patience and commitment to teach me what is expected of a superstar adult canine citizen.  I have a head start though as I already know how to sit and I'm very treat (and toy) motivated!  And when I have a rare puppy-mess-up, I will just look at you with my big, round eyes and floppy ears...and I promise your heart will absolutely melt!  I don't have any known experience living with another dog, cat or child so I'll need to meet those little buggers before deciding whether we could live together.

If you're looking for an adorable, exuberant, happy-go-lucky guy who promises to keep you laughing, please come on in to MaxFund and ask for "Hooch the Hoot"!

Ebony

12/20/11: Ebony was adopted!!!!


Another black lab.  She's a total sweetie and I hope she finds a home ASAP!

Hello all!  I'm Ebony, a 6 year-young, 60-lb black lab with the most adorable eyes seen in recent times around MaxFund.   When I have visitors, I cock my head to the side and stare longingly into each and every soul trying to figure out what they're thinking and feeling.  I was brought to the shelter because my family couldn't care for me any longer and I'm eagerly searching for my true Forever Family.

My favorite activities include going on leash walks, playing fetch (I'm an *awesome* fetcher if I do say so myself!) and receiving pets & loving.  I am housetrained and know basic obedience commands such as sit, stay and beg.  The folks at MaxFund have fallen in love with my gentle spirit and describe me as a "love bug" and a "real sweet lady"!  II am one of the most popular girls in the Big Dog Room here at MaxFund and I have many canine buddies that I love to pal around with.  My cat experience is limited so I'm unsure how I'd enjoy their company.  As far as human children, I've lived with kids as young as 7 years-old and was always on my best behavior.  

If you're looking for a calm, loyal life-partner, then I just might be the lady for you.  Please hurry to MaxFund as I'm eager to get on with my life!  Remember to ask for Ebony - I'll be longingly searching for *you* to come around the corner into the Big Dog Room. 

Pearl

10/3/11: Pearl was adopted!


9/22/11: Pearl is in a Foster Home!!


She's so darn cute.

Hello ya’ll.  My name is Pearl and I’m an original Southern Belle.  I’m 3 year old lady who was transported to MaxFund from another shelter as someone realized what a rare gem I truly am!   

Please allow me to tell you a snip about my Bluetick Coonhound ancestors.  We originated in Louisiana, are the state dog of Tennessee and were finally recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2009.  We're rather popular on the country music circuit  - being featured in Blake Shelton's "Ol' Red" and Emmylou Harris's "Red Dirt Girl".  Despite my Southern roots, I think I’m a great Colorado dog and I look forward to settling in!  

In appearance, we Bluetick Coonhounds are muscular, athletic and agile – not to mention our beautiful tri-colored coat and floppy ears.  We are bright, alert, friendly, eager to please and courageous.   And, while us Southern Belles don’t like to brag…if I do say so myself, I make my breed proud!  I am a great citizen and especially love friendly dogs, car rides and even kids.  I haven't met any cats so I'm unsure how I'd like to share a home with one.  Obedience training should be part of my future but I'm a smart girl and already know some basic commands.

I am a spunky, charismatic gal who keeps on the sunny side of life.  In fact, my favorite southern quotation is” “Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together!’  I know that I will easily “fall” into sunny days and cozy nights as part of your family. I hope ya’ll can stop by and visit me – just ask for “Pearl…the Southern Belle!”

Lilian

9/19/11: Lilian was adopted!


Sweet young gal!

Did you know that according to a survey by the American Animal Hospital Association, 70% of you humans sign your pet's name on greeting cards and 58% include their 4-legged family members in their holiday portraits?  Woah Baby - I want to be in that majority of dogs!  My name is Lilian (also known around here as "Lila") and I spent my first (& only) year of life in a rather abusive and neglectful situation (luckily, I hear I was in the minority).  When my previous owner lost their home, they just abandoned me.  Someone nice person saved me and brought me to MaxFund where I've heard all about how many great most humans actually are!    

The good samaritan who rescued me describes me as an energetic, loyal and friendly girl.  I have spent time around kids as young as 2 years-old and, while I enjoyed their company, I have been known to accidentally knock over the little tykes in my more excited moments.  Like all rambunctious adolescent pups, I'll need some basic training to learn what is expected of adult canines.  I already have a head start, though, as I know how to sit and I'm oh-so-eager to please!

In my previous home, I lived with my canine brother and we got along just swell.  However, I haven't been around too many other dogs and have never encountered a cat - so I'll need to meet any and all 4-legged potential canine and feline roomies prior to deciding whether we can co-habitate.

The holidays are quickly approaching - are you the special human who will welcome me into your family for the holiday season?!?  My paws are crossed that you might even include me in your 2011 family holiday portrait!  Let's start our life-long journey together by you coming on down to MaxFund and asking for Lilian!

Frankie

8/31/11: Frankie was adopted!!


Big puppy.

Wahoo! Isn't life great?!? My name is Frankie and I'm an 8-month *young* black lab puppy who loves all life has to offer! I'm a social butterfly (I love frolicking with other dogs), am very affectionate (I love hugs, cuddling and even French kissing) and I'm quite the flirt! Some silly person let me get away and I ended up as a so-called stray (although I've never met a stranger!) A friendly person welcomed me into their home where I enjoyed the company of the family, including the children! When no one claimed me, I was brought to MaxFund where I am waiting for the perfect Forever Family.

Like any 59-lb puppy, I'm a high energy guy who needs some basic training. When I first meet you, I may be inclined to do a little "puppy mouthing" but I will quit upon the "sit" command. One of my favorite pass times includes chasing tennis balls - although I'm not so much of a retriever as it's *way* more fun to pick up the ball and take off! I haven't had too many experiences with cats but please inquire with the MaxFund staff if a cat is part of your family.

Won't you please come visit me soon?!? I try to set myself apart from the other black dogs in the Big Dog Room by flashing all visitors the biggest smile in the room. When you come visit, I Look forward to getting out of my kennel so I can really strut my stuff!