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.

Sunday, October 29, 2006

AO6-3139 LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-RESCUED!


This little guy is listed as just 7 months old. He is a very submissive, gentle soul who will just worm his way right into your heart! His LAST DAY ALIVE IS NOVEMBER 3.

Tuesday, October 24, 2006

BO6-715 DSH TABBY


Despite his "mean" look and his "grumpy" attitude, this boy is all talk. If you just ignore him and reach out your hand to pet him, you will see he is totally bluffing and is a sweetheart! His LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 25.

AO6-3087 DSH CREAM/WHITE


This little girl is about 6 months old. She is such a pretty light color that my flash kept whiting her out. She is a typical playful, happy kitten. Her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 27.

AO6-3083 BOXER/LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-RESCUED!


You won't overlook this girl! And if you do, she will bark at you until you pay her some attention. Very energetic and happy, she is just a pup, about 8 months old. Her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 27.

AO6-3078 GOLDEN RETRIEVER MIX-GUCCI-RESCUED!


Dear Gucci just sits in her kennel, shaking in fear. She seems soooo grateful for a quiet voice and a gentle touch. She appears to have had puppies recently and still has milk. Her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 27.

AO6-3085 AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD/COLLIE MIX-GABBIE-RESCUED!



This is one of the prettiest dogs I have seen. She was abandoned, along with the Anatolian Shepherd mix below, at a house when their owner's moved. She has a natural bobtail. Her left eye seems to have suffered a recent injury and needs medical attention. She is colored just like Lassie..sable and white..and has the same gentle, quiet spirit. She is available NOW and her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 27.

AO6-3084 ANOTOLIAN SHEPHERD MIX-GRIZZARD-RESCUED! THANK YOU ANATOLIAN SHEPHERD RESCUE!


In trying to decide what kind of mix this guy might be, I decided on Anatolian Shepherd, as he is very tall, carries his tail in a low-set curve, and generally resembles that breed the most (to me!) This guy was abandoned in a house, along with the pretty Aussie mix above. He is a little leary of folks, responds well to adults..seemed extremely agitated by my 2 young kids running and yelling near him. He would do best in an adult-only home. He is available NOW and his LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 27.

AO6-3080 LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-BUDDY-OWNER SURRENDER-RESCUED!


I wish this was a better pic of Buddy that really shows his bubbly personality. He is a true comedian..always bouncing around, trying to get your attention and making you laugh! He is available NOW and his LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 27.

AO6-3112 HUSKY MIX-SHEPPY-OWNER SURRENDER


Poor Sheppy! I was at the shelter today when a man walked in and said "I don't want my dog no more..will you take her?" So I peeked outside and saw Sheppy sitting in the front seat of his car, her tail wagging, ears up, big smile on her face..having so much fun riding in the car! When she was led into the shelter, her owner gone, all the spunk was out of his girl..her head was low, her tail was low, her spirit crushed...can anyone save her? She does have all 4 legs, she just kept lifing one front leg when I took her pic. She is available NOW and her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 31.

AO6-3093 DSH BLACK-OWNER SURRENDER


This girl is one of several cats surrendered to the shelter by the same, overwhelmed owner yesterday. She is a super friendly cat who kept wanting me to pick her up! She is available NOW and her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

AO6-3091 DLH GRAY/WHITE-OWNER SURRENDER


One of several cats surrendered to the shelter by the same, overwhelmed owner..this girl is so pretty! She has long, gray and white fur and a happy, social attitude. She is available NOW and her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

AO6-3092 DMH BLACK-OWNER SURRENDER


One of several cats surrendered by the same owner, this boy is just beautiful with his long, silky coat and his calm, quiet nature. He is available NOW and his LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

AO6-3106 DSH BLACK/WHITE-PREGNANT! RESCUE ONLY!


Try as I might, I just could not get a decent picture of this pretty mom-to-be. She did hiss at me just a bit (who can blame her? pregnant? in a kill shelter?), but calmed down soon enough. She is one of several cats surrendered by the same owner. She is available NOW to RESCUE and her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

AO6-3090 DMH BLACK-OWNER SURRENDER


This striking boy was one of several cats surrendered to the shelter by an overwhelmed owner. Despite his rough beginning, he is a calm, attentive, social boy. He is available NOW and his LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

AO6-3096 GOLDEN RETRIEVER MIX-GABOR-OWNER SURRENDER


Hard to tell in this pic, but Gabor has gorgeous blue eyes and ears that stand straight up (unless you point a camera at her!)..You can see she is a very happy, smiley girl. She is available NOW and her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

AO6-3104 CHOW MIX-NEEDS MEDICAL CARE-GRANT-RESCUED!



This 2 year old boy has a super nice, mellow temperament, despite suffering from an injured foreleg. It seems to be swollen and is painful, as he is limping on it. As the shelter is NOT funded for medical care, this poor guy must sit and wait..hoping an adopter or rescue will bring him relief. His LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

B06-740-COCKER SPANIEL-OWNER SURRENDER-RESCUE ONLY! PTD DUE TO AGGRESSION..


This little Cocker is in sad shape. His eyes are yucky, his legs are covered in huge mats..so he has been a bit grumpy. Due to his "snappy" behavior, he is only going to make it out of the shelter if a willing rescue group will save him. He is available NOW and his LAST DAY IS OCTOBER 30.

AO6-3105 CHESEPEAKE BAY RETRIEVER-GENIE-RESCUED! THANK YOU CHESSIE RESCUE!


Genie is a purebred Chesepeake Bay Retriever. She is about 4 years old. She has a WONDERFUL, CALM, GENTLE way about her...I really like this big girl. Her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

AO6-3103 SPITZ/CHIHUAHUA MIX-RESCUED!


This little guy is only about 10 lbs. at about 6 months old. He is VERY scared in the shelter, but responds nicely to quiet, gentle interaction. He does appear to have some hair loss around his eyes, which will require a vet's attention. His LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

AO6-3099, 3100- BLACK LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIXES-GROVER & GODWIN-RESCUED!


The kennel card says these two 6 month old brothers were caught in a trap. Poor guys must have gotten lost and been so hungry they went into the baited trap for food. Both boys are really submissive, wag their tails when you talk to them and seem to enjoy being petted. Their LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

AO6-3095 BLACK LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-OWNER SURRENDER-GLENDA-RESCUED!


This poor baby is just so terrified that she won't even stand up. She just freezes when you talk to her or touch her. She NEVER showed any aggression, though..she just needs a quiet place to heal. She is available NOW and her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

AO6-3094 LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-OWNER SURRENDER-GUSSIE


This unique little girl has eyes as blue as the sky and a personality that is awesome! She is about 1-2 years old and is on the small side of medium at about 30 lbs. She is available NOW and her LAST DAY ALIVE IS OCTOBER 30.

Thursday, October 19, 2006

AO6-3052 DSH ORANGE TABBY-FALCON-OWNER SURRENDER


Good-natured and playful, this young boy would love a family to call his own. He is available NOW and HIS LAST DAY IS LISTED AS OCTOBER 24.

AO6-3051 DSH ORANGE TABBY-OWNER SURRENDER


This big fella is a big, calm fellow. He does seem a bit under the weather, though. Sure would be nice if he could get out of this place soon. He is available NOW and his LAST DAY IS LISTED AS OCTOBER 24.

AO6-3050 DSH ORANGE-FEEFEE-OWNER SURRENDER


As you can tell by her photo, little Miss FeeFee is quite the sweetheart..she is always trying to get your attention and wanting to play! She is available NOW and her LAST DAY IS LISTED AS OCTOBER 24.

BO6-718-721 DLH KITTENS-OWNER SURRENDER


These adorable babies are just about 4-5 weeks old. They have smushy faces and long hair. They are very social kittens and desperately need outta here! They are available NOW and their LAST DAY IS LISTED AS OCTOBER 25.

BO6-724 DSH ORANGE/WHITE-OWNER SURRENDER


This gentle boy is about 2 years old. His pic is terrible, because he kept wanting to slip past me and out of this place. He is available NOW and HIS LAST DAY IS LISTED AS OCTOBER 25.

BO6-723 DSH TABBY-OWNER SURRENDER


Sweet little Tabby girl..she is about a year old and all she wants to do is be next to you. What more could you ask for? She is available NOW and HER LAST DAY IS LISTED AS OCTOBER 25.

AO6-3068 BLACK LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-FRANK-RESCUED!


Frank is a big friendly guy looking for some new digs. He is about 1-2 years old, but seems pretty mellow for a young Labrador mix. HIS LAST DAY IS OCTOBER 25.

AO6-3069 CORGI/AUSSIE MIX-FIONA-ADOPTED LOCALLY!


Fiona is one pretty girl! She has the long, low body of a Corgi with the markings of an Aussie. And her temperament is wonderful! She is docile and loving, about a year old. Her LAST DAY IS LISTED AS OCTOBER 25.

Tuesday, October 17, 2006

AO6-2986 BLACK LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-RESCUED!


This sweet girl just wants to have fun, fun, fun! She is only about a year old and is a super friendly and high energy girl looking for a family who will appreciate her. Her LAST DAY ALIVE IS TODAY, OCTOBER 17!!!

BO6-702 ROTTWEILER/HOUND MIX-RESCUED!


With his rich dark coloring and his impressive size, this boy may seem quite imposing. But I can tell you that is so far from the truth! He is a great big old sweetheart! Just a happy, friendly boy always meets you with a wag in his tail and a twinkle in his eye. His LAST DAY ALIVE is listed as OCTOBER 18.

A06-3010 HUSKY MIX-DALE-RESCUED!


This boy is just stunning! He has a gorgeous, coppery, brindle colored coat with white markings. Poor boy shows signs of wearing an extremely tight collar and has a ring of missing hair around his neck. He is about a year old and has a quiet, submissive demeanor. His LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 20.

BO6-707 LABRADOR RETRIEVER/HOUND MIX-DUGAN-RESCUED!


This boy was pretty apprehensive in his kennel, but when the shelter manager went in with him, he relaxed and seemed to enjoy being petted. The shelter can be a very scary place for the dogs and cats, and some of them are really bothered by it, like this guy. His LAST DAY ALIVE will be OCTOBER 20.

AO6-3031 SHEPHERD MIX-DAY-ADOPTED LOCALLY!


Just another black and red shepherd mix you might say..but don't tell this girl that! She has a heart of gold that shine in her eyes and a joie de vivre to be envied! Her LAST DAY alive will be OCTOBER 23.

AO6-3032 WIREHAIRED DACHSHUND MIX-DAWN-ADOPTED LOCALLY!


This darling girl is one of the most unique mixes I have seen. She has the shape and coat of a wiry Doxie, is a bit bigger at about 20 lbs. And her coloring is black and gray merling (if you look closely). She is an absolute sweetheart, too. Her LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 23.

AO6-3030 YELLOW LABRADOR RETRIEVER-DAVID-ADOPTED LOCALLY!


This big boy is so submissive that he kept putting his head on the floor when I pointed the camera at him, so I had to hold his head up to take his pic. He is just a gentle soul who was shaking like a leaf in his kennel and was so grateful for some affection. His LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 23.

AO6-3040 COLLIE MIX-FAY-RESCUED!


Can't you just see the sweetness in this girl's face? She seems to plead with you to help her. Just about a year old, she is a very good girl who has a gentle spirit. Her LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 24.

AO6-3047 POODLE-OWNER SURRENDER-ADOPTED LOCALLY!


This little lady just became too much of a responsibility for her owner and was living outside (yuck!) and so was dumped at the shelter, hoping to be saved. She is a real doll and has a super sweet disposition. She is available NOW and her LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 24.

AO6-3045 HUSKY MIX-FANG-RESCUED!


This handsome boy is about 1-2 years old. He is an extremely gentle, easy-going soul who just makes you smile when you are around him. He also appears to be NEUTERED already. His LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 24.

BO6-711 AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD MIX-FEATHER-RESCUED!


If you are looking for a gorgeous, high energy companion, here's your girl! She is about a year old and has a long, gray-brindley coat. Her LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 24.

AO6-3041 CHOCOLATE LABRADOR RETRIEVER MIX-RE-CLAIMED BY OWNER.


This girl is about 9 months old and is a beautiful chocolate color. She has a real sweetness and puppy playfullness about her. Her LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 24.

Friday, October 13, 2006

BO6-706 BEAGLE-URGENT..NEEDS MEDICAL CARE! PUT TO DEATH AT THE SHELTER..DEEMED TOO ILL.




Ever seen a dog who looks like she has given up on life? Well, I did today..this poor old Beagle girl looks like the life is already gone from her eyes. She is in bad shape, including severe swelling in her mammary area..not sure what the problem is, but it appears painful. As this shelter is not funded for vet care, this poor old girl is in major need of rescue asap. Her LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 18.

AO6-2996 COCKER SPANIEL-RECLAIMED BY OWNER.


This handsome buff colored boy appears to be a purebred Cocker Spaniel. His coat is pretty matted, but the worse thing is that his nails have grown so long that he is limping. He is in dire need of vet care, which this shelter is not funded to provide. He is a sweet and gentle soul who deserves better than he has been given. His LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 18.

Saturday, October 07, 2006

AO6-2916 DACHSHUND MIX-CONDOLEEZA-ADOPTED!


Yep...you read right..this gal's name is Condoleeza! Dumped by her owners at animal control, poor "Connie" is just bewildered. When I sat down near her, she crawled right up in my lap for some comfort. This adorable girl is 2 years old and already SPAYED! She is available NOW and her LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 12.

AO6-2961 CHOCOLATE LABRADOR RETRIEVER-ADOPTED!


This big girl is about 3 years old. She has some hair loss on her back and rearend area..most likely an allergy to fleas. She is friendly and social, just needs some TLC. Her LAST DAY is listed as OCTOBER 12.