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The current available Shelties are pictured below. Please also visit our Save A Senior page.

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Chewy Chewy was brought to us by his family. This poor dog has been passed from one family member to another all his life. He has never had a real family and definitely deserves one. Chewy was born on 9/29/2000 and is a total sweetheart. He gets along with other dogs and cats. He is a wondeful dog just wanting to be loved. If you are looking for an older dog to be your shadow, Chewy is the man for you. Chewy is currently being fostered in Columbus, OH. UPDATE: When Chewy arrived, we noticed that his urine was very dark. Although he has never had any accidents, we had him vet checked. He was put on antibiotics for a possible urinary infection. When the urine color did not get better, he was taken back for xrays and a urine culture. Although the culture was negative, the vet recommended an ultrasound at the CARE Center due to seeing something in his prostrate. The ultrasound showed a growth in the prostrate and surgery was recommened. Dr. Schwartz, from the CARE Center, did the surgery on Weds, July 14th. Sadly, Chewy was diagnosed with probable prostate cancer. One of his lymph nodes and his spleen were removed and sent out for testing to confirm our biggest fears. Since no one will want to adopt him, Chewy will spend the remainder of his life being loved by us and our wonderful volunteers.
Regal Regal was dumped in an overnight deposit box at a kill shelter. When no one claimed her, she came to our rescue. She is about 7-9 years old and is as sweet as they come. Don't let her small size or age fool you, this girl can move. She loves strolling in the yard, but could also be a cuddler. She gets along with other dogs and doesn't bother the cats. She is just looking for someone to love and to love her back. Could you be that person?
Shelby and CJ If you are looking for a special duo, Shelby (12) and CJ (10) are the dogs for you. When the breeder was done using them as breeding dogs, she dumped them at her sisters house and refused to come get them. The sister could not afford to keep them, so we were contacted. Shelby and CJ have been vet checked and found to be in great health. They are so devoted to each other that there is no way we will split them up. They have been through enough and deserve to live their lives out together. Are you the special family who will adopt these two wonderful seniors?
Molly Molly is an 8 year old sweetheart (DOB 09/01/2001) who became homeless when her owner passed away. You can tell she was truly loved because she is so obedient and loves people. She gets along great with other dogs, but would not mind being the only dog in your life so she gets all your attention. She loves to stroll around the yard, so she would really like a fenced yard. Could you be the one to help mend Molly's broken heart?
Annie Annie was rescued from a puppy mill by another breed rescue who asked us to take her. She is only 2-3 years old and spent her entire life in a cage. She has had very little human contact and does not know how to deal with the outside world. She would do best with another confident dog who can help her learn how to be a dog and learn to trust people. Needless to say, she must have a fenced yard. Are you the special person who can work with a special little girl like Annie?
Niecy Niecy was rescued from the Amish puppy mills. Although she had little human contact, she is coming around very nicely. The vets have guessed her to be about 9 years old, but she does not act like it. She arrived with very bad teeth and had to have them all pulled. Don't worry, she does not have a problem eating. This is her favorite time of the day. She gets along with dogs and cats and would like a fur friend to pal around with. Could Niecy be the one you are looking for to cuddle with you on the couch?
Petey Petey is 16 months old (DOB 03/09) and was dumped at a kill shelter, with his brother Joey, by his breeder. The shelter deemed him "unadoptable" since he was so scared there. Once he was here, he came out of his shell. He is still a little shy, due to having little human contact, but nothing a little TLC can not conquer. He is a sweet dog just needing someone willing to work with him and teach him how to be a dog. Could you be the family that Petey is looking for? Petey is currently being fostered in Columbus, OH.
Snickers Snickers was a stray that came from a kill shelter in eastern Ohio. He is 5-6 years old, is shy with strangers and needs someone who is willing to help him learm to trust humans. Because he loves other dogs, it would help if he had a furbrother or fursister to learn from. If you are lookikng for a very handsome man, Snickers is the one for you.
Joey Joey is 16 months old (DOB 03/09) and was dumped at a kill shelter, with his brother Petey, by his breeder. The shelter deemed him "unadoptable" since he was so scared there. Once he was here, he came out of his shell. He is still a little shy, due to having little human contact, but nothing a little TLC can not conquer. He is a sweet dog just needing someone willing to work with him and teach him how to be a dog. Could you be the family that Joey is looking for? Joey is currently being fostered in Columbus, OH.
Jamie Jamie was found crossing a major highway and almost getting hit several times. When all attempts failed to find her owners, she was brought to our rescue. As of April 2010, the vets are guessing her under a year old. She is a spunky girl who gets along with other dogs and does not bother the cats. She is very playful and has a desire to learn new things. If you are looking for someone to snuggle with on the couch, Jamie is the one for you.
Buddy This sweet guy is a Sheltie mix. We are not sure what he is mixed with, but he has the loving personality that Shelties have. We were told by the shelter that his owners refused to fix their fence and he kept escaping. After being picked up by the dog warden several times, the owners finally decided not to pay the fine to get him out and left him there. Buddy is 1.5 years old and he lives to play and get attention from anyone who will pet him. He seems to get along with other dogs and he loves cats. Even though he is not a purebred sheltie, he is still a great dog and would make someone a wonderful companion.
Calvin Calvin is 5 years old (DOB 05/18/05) and surrendered to us by his breeder when they no longer wanted to breed him. Sadly, this handsome man lived outside his entire life and never got any human contact. Right now he is scared to death of people and it is going to take months and months to rehab him. At this time, Calvin is not adoptable, but he is looking for someone to sponsor his care and medical needs. If you are interested in this, please contact us at secret1@fuse.net Hopefully, with alot of TLC, Calvin will one day be ready to be adopted.
Mickey Mickey is four years old and left at a kill shelter because he was nipping at the grandkids. Reasons like this, make us ask ourselves, "Wonder if the kids were doing something to torment him". Too many times people just expect dogs and kids to get along. Both have to learn manners with each other. After getting to know Mickey, we believe the children were never supervised with him and did things to him that should not have been allowed. Needless to say, his only protection was to nip. Because of what we were told, we are going to recommend that Mickey be placed in an adult home or with older children.
Bruce Bruce was named after the man who found him living in the woods. It took him eight days to make friends with him and finally catch him. All attempts to find his owners failed, so now Bruce is looking for a new home. He was born about May '09 and gets along great with other dogs and would do best in a home with a very playful furbrother or fursister. He is shy of people and needs someone who will work with him to build his confidence. For this reason, Bruce must have a fenced yard.
Hannah Hannah was adopted by a loving family, but did not get along with their Shih Tzu. Even after hiring a trainer, it was suggested to rehome one of the dogs. Regretfully, Hannah came to our rescue. Hannah is 3 years old (DOB 11/08/06), is a bigger sheltie and definitely an alpha dog. She loves people and is obedient, but needs to be the only dog in the home. She loves to run in the yard, so she would enjoy a fenced yard instead of a leash home. Are you the right home for Hannah?
Toby Toby is 4 years old (DOB 10/05) and was surrender by his owners since he continued to get out of their 3 foot fence and disappear. We have 4 foot fence here and have never had a problem. Therefore, we are looking for someone with 4-6 foot fencing that can keep Toby in. He is a spunky guy who gets along with other dogs and cats and loves to "sing". He is a very active and could be a good candidate for obedience or agility training.
Marcus Marcus was the worst cruelty and neglect case we have ever rescued. When he arrived, he was literally skin and bones; weighing 11 pounds when he should have weighed 18-20 pounds. When he tried to walk, he wobbled and would almost fall down from being so weak. He was given four small meals a day for months and was slowly cut back to his normal feeding. Although Marcus looks old, he is not. He is only about 7-9 years old. He is a wonderful dog who gets along with other dogs and cats. We have grown very attached to him and are looking for a very special home who will love him as much as we do.
Lady This 4 year old sweetheart was named Lady in memory of a 15 year old Sheltie who was recently attacked and killed by a coyote in a near by subdivision. She definitely is exactly what her name says; a real spunky lady. She is very well mannered, listens very well and loves attentions. She was rescued from a very country shelter where few dogs make it out alive. Lady's coat is a little short right now because someone at the shelter ignored our wishes and took scissors to her matted coat. Our wonderful groomers at D&D Doggy Wash worked their wonders and now she looks beautiful again./TD>
Rocky Rocky was one of over 250 dogs that arrived in Ohio, via a transport run, from puppy mills in Missouri. Seeing all these dogs in one place, being rescued by different rescue groups, is an experience we will never forget. Rocky, who is under a year old, lived his entire life in a cage. When he arrived here, his life truly began. For the first time ever, he got to walk on grass, he no longer had to fight for food and he has learned what love is. Although he still needs to learn some manners, he has come a long way and ready to find a forever home. Does Rocky sound like the dog for you?
Champ Champ was one of over 250 dogs that arrived in Ohio, via a transport run, from puppy mills in Missouri. Seeing all these dogs in one place, being rescued by different rescue groups, is an experience we will never forget. Champ, who is under a year old, lived his entire life in a cage. When he arrived here, his life truly began. For the first time ever, he got to walk on grass, he no longer had to fight for food and he has learned what love is. Although he still needs to learn some manners, he has come a long way and ready to find a forever home. Does Champ sound like the dog for you? Champ recieved his name in memory of a very loved Westie who was attacked and killed by a coyote. Please watch your pets carefully and keep them inside as much as possible, Coyotes are killing our pets state wide; even pets inside fenced yards. In this one subdivison alone, several dogs and cats have fallen victim; some being killed right in front of their owners. One dog weighed 65 pounds! Please do not leave your pets outside. Your pet could be next. Currently being fostered in Dayton, Ohio.
Lucy Lucy is our 5 year old special needs girl. She arrived in our rescue with her sister, a sheltie mix, who has since been adopted. Lucy was here for about a year, and very healthy, when she became sick. After many test, she was diagnosed with megaesophagus. Lucy has come along way since that day and is ready to be adopted. She eats regular dog food, but it must be grounded up and fed to her like soup. She is a wonderful girl who deserves to have a loving family. If you are interested in Lucy, please go to the website below to learn about her condition. http://www.petplace.com/dogs/megaesophagus-in-dogs/page1.aspx
Abby Abby was surrendered to a kill shelter when her owner was moving and refused to take Abby with her. She is suppose to be 5 years old and a real sweetie who is a bundle of energy. She loves playing with other dogs and would not mind another dog in the house. She is a little scared of strangers (understandable since the person she loved the most left her behind like garbage), but once she gets to know you she will be your best friend. Abby surely wants to warm up to a new forever family. Could that be you? Abby is currently being fostered in Columbus, OH.
Joey Joey is approximately 8-9 years old and arrived shaved. We would like to know who shaved him because we would like to shave their head. You NEVER shave a sheltie; or any long haired dog. The long coat keeps them cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Plus, shaved dogs have a greater chance of getting skin cancer since they can easily get sunburnt. Although Joey is a love bug, he would like to be the only dog in the house. He is simply looking for someone to love. Are you that person? Note: He has been here so long that he now has very handsome long coat again!!
Rugger Rugger was born in June of 2008 and was adopted from Craigslist in Sept. 09. When the adopter got Rugger home, her dog continually tried to hurt him. We were contacted and took him in asap. Rugger absolutely loves dogs and the more playful they are, the better. His problem is with people. He obviously was not socialized during the first year of his life and will cower or run from humans. He has only been here a short time and is already doing a lot better. With time, we know he will be someone’s shadow. If you have a fenced yard and a spunky dog looking for a playmate, and you are willing to work with a shy boy, Rugger is the dude for you.
ADOPTION FEES 0-1 years - $325.00 1-7 years - $250.00 8 and over - $150.00

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