Comments on: Happy Tails

By: Allison

Allison — Thu, 17 May 2012 22:34:27 +0000

We’ve had Jack for one and a half years now, and he has brought us so much happiness. He also gets us out of the house alot! He is energetic, playful, silly and a real show-off. He is also cuddly and sweet, and will lean up against anyone who is sitting on our couch and lay his head on their lap.

The first weeks with Jack were an adjustment for all of us–he was hyper, nervous around my husband, and starting to get a little too assertive. We were starting to get a little nervous about him, but it just took a little patience (and a lot of exercise) for us all to get used to each other.

Everyone who meets him comments on his looks, his speed, his agility, and his amazing swimming ability! My husband was a little reluctant to get a dog, but now the two of them are inseparable. His picture on the OAS website was titled “Sweet Jack” and they were right!

By: Mike and Joanna Warner

Mike and Joanna Warner — Sat, 12 May 2012 00:10:31 +0000

Thank you for rescuing OJ (now Puffin) and letting us adopt this little treasure of a dog! He is such a happy boy! Just brimming with positive puppy energy, and so full of spirit! A real character and such a dear little soul. We’re thrilled at how well he fits in with the rest of our pack. He is the most wonderful addition to our family and we love him to bits! Thank you!

By: Alix & Greg

Alix & Greg — Tue, 08 May 2012 17:32:31 +0000

OH! That was a photo of what he looked like when we adopted him (his name was “Fez” back then). Here is Sam in all his glory today. THANK YOU!
(Sam says “WOOF!”)

By: Alix & Greg

Alix & Greg — Tue, 08 May 2012 17:30:57 +0000

Last October we visited the OAS for the very first time and fell in love with “the big white dog” (as everyone there called him!). We were told he was a 2-5 year old who had been shaved down because his fur was so matted and dred-locked. He had the sweetest eyes and we knew immediately we wanted to adopt him. It turns out LOTS of people wanted to adopt this big gorgeous boy, but magically we were the ones he ended up with. His name is now Sam, and Sammy is the biggest, sweetest boy you could ever imagine. We are pretty sure he was only 1 when we adopted him, he’s just such a leggy guy that we all thought he was older. He has since filled out (he was 80 pounds when we adopted him and he is now 104 pounds…..our own little polar bear!). Don’t worry, it’s all muscle. He goes on daily hikes (often 5 miles or more, which he LOVES) and when he’s not hiking the trails he is lounging in the back yard, patrolling the house making sure the cats are in line and giving us those big puppy dog eyes hoping we will drop a scrap of our sandwich by mistake. We couldn’t be happier. He’s a gorgeous dog and people can’t believe he was a rescue. Our experience with OAS was really terrific—wonderful staff. Big dogs are really excellent companions. He DOES shed like crazy (his fur grew back beautifullly but we are always fighting insane dust bunnies) and you do need to make sure you let them get lots of good exercise, but really….he has brought so much joy to our lives. THANKS OAS!

By: David

David — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 21:28:24 +0000

I adopted Cupid, a beautiful 1 year old male white and black cat. When he first came here he instantly settled down but started to be very aggressive to my female kitty. Then the two basically fell in love and I see them fall asleep in each other’s paws and they groom each other. He’s wonderful.

By: Kat Burt

Kat Burt — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 06:03:07 +0000

I was part of the team that performed the spay for Dapple (now Miss T), and fell in love with her. She has a great personality, is very outgoing, and the way she looks at you is just full of love. Already having a chihuahua, I knew that it could be difficult to ensure a happy home for both- and indeed it was at first. Now, just a few weeks later, Miss T (on the right) and Pita (on the left) are friends- they play together, sleep together, and outsmart me together.

By: Randi B.

Randi B. — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 20:30:42 +0000

Louie aka Spud with his sister and little brother in the back.

By: Mae L.

Mae L. — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 14:19:10 +0000

OOPS!!!!! This is the too hot to move pic – sorry!!!

By: Mae L.

Mae L. — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 14:16:07 +0000

Here’s a second pic of the boys – too hot to move!!!

By: Mae L.

Mae L. — Sat, 21 Apr 2012 14:12:46 +0000

I adopted Marv and Marlin, now Shitake (all black) and Bamboo (orange tabby), in September 2011. I wanted siblings or a pair, but not kittens. I have had kittens in the past and they are a handful with their high energy level and curiosity. So, you know I was smitten to take two bonded males that were only 6 months old. And yikes!- it certainly has been a trial of patience and creativity. I am not embarrassed to say there were times I thought of returning them – tearing up the furniture, waking me up at 4:30 am. But I am not a quitter and could see we were making progress as the months went by. Now 6 months later we are enjoying each other. They are quite big boys now and less active – we even have cuddle time in front of the TV in the evening. They love the kitty condo – jumping, scratching, chasing each other up and down, looking out the front window. They are great company for each other when I am at work and it is fun to watch them wrestle and groom each other. Both seem healthy and are quite handsome – all my friends say so. So it is a happy ending!!!!
I would caution against adopting kittens unless you are prepared to make some adjustments in your life and routine. Have patience and use your best teaching skills and you will have a Happy Tail to report too.