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Adoption Feedback - Happy Tails
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These are just a few of
the hundreds of animals who are successfully
adopted from the Cumberland Valley Animal
Shelter every year! This is why we do what we do every day.
Won't
you please consider getting your next pet
from a shelter?
If you have a Happy
Tail from CVAS, email your story and picture to
cvasoc@innernet.net
to be included in this page.
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"Lilly" |
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“Lilly” is
wonderful and such a welcome addition to our home. She
really is everything we had hoped for when we decided to
adopt a cat. Lilly has a very sweet, affectionate nature,
loves to play, snuggle and sometimes seems content to just
lie and watch whatever we are doing.
Her favorite place is on
top of her “cat tree” she loves to sleep there and also look
out the window at all that is going on in the yard, birds,
chipmunks, squirrels all kinds of activity to keep an eye
on. She also knows that she will get her morning treat with
a brushing if she gets on her tree first thing in the
morning as my husband is getting ready to leave for work.
Lilly’s favorite toy is a
long furry tail with a fur ball on the end, she drags it all
over the house and she would love it if we would allow her
to have it on the bed at night, but that really doesn’t
work, its hard to sleep with her pouncing around. We love
Lilly and look forward to many years having her part of our
family.
Cindy and Jim Baker
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"Rhea" |
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CVAS
Friends: Rhea is adjusting perfectly to her new home. She is
chatty and affectionate and loves to lie in the sun in the
bay window and watch the birds. Her other favorite spot is
the bedroom window on the second floor where she can look
down into the backyard and watch the kids playing and making
all kinds of noise.
Rhea is exactly the kind of
cat we were looking for – loves a good scratch or brush,
sleeps and snuggles up to you on the recliner and ‘talks’ to
you when she wants your attention. She likes to play with
her toys and seems to think if the food bowl is not full,
life as we know it must come to a screeching halt – she
isn’t necessarily interested in eating, mind you, just wants
to be sure the food bowl is full.
Thanks CVAS for our new family member!
Bonnie and Noah Rotz
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"Sam" |
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Thank you
for allowing us to adopt Sam. He is really great and fun to
have around. He is curious and playful. He gets along with
all four dogs, Pixie, Bailey, Princess and Bear (big and
small). He likes to play the sneaking game and then smack
the other dogs around and they sit there wondering what just
happened to them. He will do that with us also. He is a very
funny kitten. He loves to look out the window and watch
everything go by. He likes to sunbathe and try to catch the
birds that fly by. He really likes to be around my husband
all the time. He is very curious about everything. He likes
to watch TV and even tries to attack the puppies through the
television.
Sammy has been a joy to
have around. He has gotten a lot more active since we got
him. He also enjoys eating bagels with cream cheese, but not
toast. He likes to sit behind whoever is at the computer and
will try to help you type. He sounds like a dog running up
and down the stairs. He really enjoys his new home with us.
Thank you for Sammy Joe.
Sincerely, Patti and Frank Mitchell. |
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"Riley and Raven" |
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We just wanted to thank you for
allowing us to adopt "Colt 44", a couple of weeks ago.
His new name is Riley. He just is an absolute doll. His
adjustment into our home was just almost second nature
to him. Our other dog Raven is by his side non-stop. He
still gallops (or pounces) when he wants attention and
goes straight to the door to be left out. We have only
had a few minor accidents in the house, but that is all
natural considering he is still just a pup. We keep
wondering why he was ever dropped off at the shelter in
the manner he was but we are so thankful he has found
his way into our loving home...
As you can see by the photo he has
already made a new friend "Curious George" in the
background, albeit missing an eye after tugging on him
with Raven.
Thank you again...we absolutely
love him.
Traci & Heather
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"Bailey" |
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Bailey has been an
important addition to our home. Bailey is doing well and we
love him very much. Perhaps in a little while we will find
him a brother or sister too. Thank you for all of your
consideration during our adoption process.
Stacey and Lisa |
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"Jesse" |
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April and I would just like to say
thank you for bringing Jesse into our lives...You
couldn't want a better dog. My wife was not really sure
of what kind of dog we were getting. Boy did she get
surprised how well mannered Jesse is. He has adapted
well to his new home and is such a good boy. He has a
little sister Maggie who he loves to play with. He just
loves the kids and loves to go out in his fenced in yard
and run around and play. Again we would like to thank
you for bringing us and Jesse James together. Maggie
thanks you too!!
Thank You,
John & April Reese Jr.
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"Ritchie" |
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About a month ago I adopted Ritchie
from Petsmart in Carlisle. He was a bit scared at first,
but I wanted to let you all know he's doing
fantastic! Ritchie wasn't sure what to make of my dogs
at first, but they get along well now, and Ritchie LOVES
to play! He greets me in the morning in my bathroom and
we play with a ribbon while I get ready for work. He has
the cutest meow, a little high-pitched with a purr mixed
in. I've attatched a pic of him. Thank you for the
opportunity to have such a wonderful cat join my
family!!
Michele
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"Butch" |
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Dear CVAS Friends,
Here are the latest photos of
Butch. He loves that blue bed. He's becoming more and
more attached to us. He has the same facial expression
whether he's happy or sad. He's very good at "sit and
shake hands (with both paws)." He's a delight at home.
Warm regards,
Ken and Jo Barrett
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"Twister" (on left) |
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Hi, I adopted Twister 2
weeks ago and she has adjusted very well in her new
home. Twister was not the least bit bothered by new
surroundings, it was as if she knew when she came in the
door she was home. I must say that Twister and her new
sister Pepper which is a Schnauzer make me laugh more
than any comedy show, the energy they have is
unbelievable. Both babies sleep in bed with me pushing
and shoving to make sure they are as close to me as
possible, it is a sight. I am really glad that I got the
call to come and get her, she is a very welcome addition
to the family and Pepper thinks so too. Thank you so
much.
Riana
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"Buster, Miss Cleo and Miss Holly" |
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I thought that you may
like to see current pictures of Buster, Miss Cleo (4 year
old siblings) and 7 year old Miss Holly. I'm not sure if you
remember this or not but we adopted all of them from CVAS in
2002. It's
Buster (right) and Miss Cleo (left) wanting to go outside
and Miss Holly taking a nap!!
Barb and Denny Hartman |
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"Bun Bun" |
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Hi, I adopted Beau, now BunBun, on
August 1st of last year. I was just writing to let you
know what a joy she is. I never knew that bunnies
played like she does. Right now she is enjoying plenty
of fresh veggies from my garden, romaine lettuce is her
favorite. All she needed was a loving home. I attached
a picture for you to see her now. Thanks for a
wonderful pet! Sincerely, Stacey J. Keefer
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"Ducky and Scotch" |
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Ducky was adopted in
January of 2006 and Scotch came to her new home not long
after. Both were brought to the shelter taped in boxes (i.e.
Duct tape and Scotch tape) and that is how they were
named. They have adjusted well to us, our home and to each
other! They love to play together, but always take the time
to cuddle on the couch with us as well! They are a joy to
have and we can't thank you enough for allowing Ducky and
Scotch to be a part
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"Oliver" |
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Hi! We adopted Ollie
on 4-29-06. He is doing so well! What a great forever
friend! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR HELPING US ADD THIS GREAT
LITTLE GUY TO OUR FAMILY!!! He is such a busy little guy
but he is always ready for bed by 8:00 p.m. he just wears
himself out playing with our other two dogs.
Thanks again,
Jackie and Adam!!!!!! |
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"Petey" |
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After visiting your
website and reading all the "Happy Tails" I decided to
send you my "happy 'Fluffy' tail."
I adopted 'Petey' in
January 2002. He was brought in by an elderly man with 3
other siblings. Petey was the only one that wasn't
adopted immediately. You see, he has only 1/2 a leg in
the back. When I came in, just to look and visit with
your cats, I looked at Petey and fell in love with
him! What a great big ball of fur he was! You told me I
could take him out and so I did and he started walking
around, what a shock to see him limping. You told me why
and that he was born that way. I asked for an
application...went home and got things ready...and 30
minutes later he was mine! You gave me an index card
that his "old" owner gave to you. It said that Petey
loves belly rubs, honey dew melon, and cantaloupe.
After 4 years, Petey
still loves all those things. What a great cat...I'm so
happy that he is mine and wouldn't have it any other
way! Thank you for all your help and thank you for all
you do for the cats and dogs. And by the way, I still
come in to visit your cats. I would have a house full
of them, if my husband would allow it!!
Kerri
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"Tommy Who and Chai Bombay" |
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Hello,
We asked our new adopted mom to email you and let you know
how we are doing. We have both settled in very well. And so
excited we were chosen by our new owners. They are very
kind and loving "parents" to us. And look at the pictures
attached at the neat "play gym" our new adopted dad MADE for
us the very next day after they got us. Hope you like our
new names. Maybe you can feature our pictures on the page
for Adoption Feedback-Happy Tails because we are very happy
and so are our new owners. We are helping them get over
their pain of losing their 15 year old cocker (Duncan).
And, if we must say, are doing a good job. Thanks for
allowing "us" to adopt our new owners.
Tommy Who and Chai Bombay |
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"Ginji
and Miroku" |
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Ginji, the
orange tabby was adopted in July '05 and Miroku was adopted
in Jan '05. They are best friends and love to cuddle. Both
have made a wonderful addition to our house! |
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"Dinah" |
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Wanted to drop a
note, and say how glad we are that we got to adopt Dinah
last Saturday.
She has been such a joy to my husband and I, she is a
sweetie. She has
adjusted well, to the doggie door, which allows the dogs to
have run of the
house and big back fenced in yard.
We have renamed her official name to 'Dynamite', but still
call her 'Dyna.'
She was used to the name, we didn't want to change. All 3
dogs are getting
along. Dyna is so full of energy, the 2 labs watch her run
full tilt around
the yard.
Thanks again.
Janet |
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"Storm" |
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Greetings everyone! I want you to
know we are enjoying Storm immensely and she has
settled well into her new home!
She is now crate trained and enjoys the few hours she
must be there each day. We live in the country and she
is enjoying our long walks on nice days and has a
favorite stuffed mouse toy she carries around the house
(see picture).
She is doing much better greeting
people in our home, but I crate her when people come to
my home office on business. She seems to do just fine
with that. Otherwise she has the run of the house and
prefers to lie on the cool tile in the kitchen and look
at the world through the dining room french doors.
She does really well with her
commands most of the time and we are pleased to benefit
from someone else's hard work in training her.
I highly recommend a book
we got off the internet called Sit, Stay, Fetch.
It addresses dog training,
correcting problems, and establishing alpha dog position
and much more. We have found it very helpful and
believe it could be a great reference for others
introducing a new dog into their home. We where very
happy to have the suggestions it had on dealing with
aggression! And it actually worked! (And no, I'm not
getting any money for referrals...it just was what we
needed!)
We also have used a 'gentle leader'
system that make walks wonderful as Storm heels so much
better with the gentle leader system than without it.
We are so thankful to have Storm as
a member of our family! The cat is even getting used to
her now! This weekend Storm will get to meet our other
son who is coming home from college. I'm sure that will
go well. Attached is a picture of the happy girl!
Thanks so much,
Bonnie
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for more Happy Tails! |
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Please
consider adoption from an animal shelter when
looking for your next pet. Your new best
friend may be waiting for you!
* Help control pet
overpopulation - Have your pet spayed or
neutered! *
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