Dog of the Week: Nala

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Sweet and goofy Nala is sure to steal your heart and then steal your spot on the couch! This XL girl has lots of love to give an owner who will appreciate her exuberant personality. Although she may be all wiggles and come on strong when she meets you, Nala settles in quickly and has a low to medium energy level that is very enjoyable.  Nala is dog friendly (we are going to recommend medium to large-sized, easy-going dogs for her at this time). We are also told that she can scale a fence, but we have not given her the opportunity to show off this skill, so a 6 foot fence is needed for her. She is curious about cats but respectful, she could be paired with a cat that has its own dedicated safe space in the home to escape when wanted. Nala is seeking a homeowner with a good-sized yard and someone that loves playing fetch! She needs an experienced dog owner who enjoys walking a strong dog on a leash (she doesn’t pull, but she is large and can direct you to where she wants to go if given the chance), and someone who will help keep her allergy-free (allergy shots have been given seasonally to help with flare-ups and a high-quality limited ingredient diet). Elementary-aged kids or older please, just given her size and loving nature. Nala is about five years old.

Nala’s adoption fee is $250 and includes spay surgery, being up to date on vaccinations and preventives, a microchip with free lifetime registration, and a free obedience class.

If you have a big heart like Nala and want to fill it with a love-bug, complete an adoption application HERE.

Cat of the Week: Ariana

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Meet Ariana, a beautiful and friendly one-and-a-half-year-old dilute torti cat who is searching for her forever home. Ariana is an outgoing and social cat who loves to be around people. She is a playful cat who enjoys chasing toys and playing with her humans. Ariana does well with other cats and is always up for making new friends. She has a gentle and sweet personality that will win your heart in no time. Ariana is a great companion for anyone looking for a loving and loyal cat. Ariana is up to date on all her vaccinations and has been spayed. She is also litter box trained and ready to move into her new home. If you are looking for a friendly and outgoing companion, Ariana is the perfect cat for you.

Ariana’s adoption fee is $85 and includes spay surgery, being up to date on vaccinations and preventives, and a microchip with free lifetime registration.

If you’d like to meet this sweetie, please complete an adoption application HERE.

Volunteers of the Month: Dave and Becky Moser

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Dave and Becky Moser were online looking for rescues in the CR/IC area when they found Last Hope in 2014. They have been involved with the organization ever since.

They started out by fostering puppies and provided a temporary home for about 25 of them over time. As time went on, they adopted a few of their own dogs and it became difficult to bring fosters into the pack dynamic. Now they focus in other areas like performing home visits for adoptions and helping out at fundraising events.

When asked why they like volunteering for Last Hope they said, “Volunteering at Last Hope has been rewarding in so many ways. It feels great to be part of the process by which dogs get the good homes that they deserve, and we’ve also met a ton of new friends through this work.”

There are many ways to help out at Last Hope and often our volunteers change their areas of focus based on events in their own lives. Becky and Dave helped so many dogs find their forever homes when they were able to foster and now they are contributing in different ways. We are lucky to have them as volunteers for their dedication!

 

Dog of the Week: Hank

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Mr. Hanky Panky is a sweet little bowling ball of a dog! He’s ready to be your best friend and would fit nicely into a family with active kids.  Hank is super food-motivated, so teaching him new commands will be easy and fun! He already knows sit and is potty trained. Hank would like a fenced-in yard to explore, he is not a fit with cats or small dogs.  He might be best paired with a female dog around his size (35 – 50 pounds), or as your number-one pup! Hank has never been around babies or toddlers, but he has lived with two elementary-aged kids in his foster home and is gentle and great with them. Hank himself is around 4 years old, and has great young dog energy!

Hank’s adoption fee is $250 and includes neuter surgery, being up to date on vaccinations and preventives, a microchip with free lifetime registration, and a free obedience class.

Hank needs a foster or adopter. If you’d like to meet him and see if you’re a match, please complete an ADOPTION APPLICATION. If you might be interested in fostering him you can find that application at FOSTER APPLICATION.

Cat of the Week: Big Foot

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The elusive Big Foot has been spotted! True to legend, he is larger than life and surprisingly loves people and interacting with them.  Don’t let his Grumpy Cat face fool you, this boy is a big softy!    Big Foot is a young adult, guessed to be around 2-3 years old.  His few years of living as a ‘lone wolf’ have stuck with him, so he is seeking a home where he can be the only cat.  We aren’t sure how he’ll do with dogs, but he’s got a large personality so he may well give them a run for their money!  Big Foot likes to laze around during the day, he isn’t much of a high-activity cat but sure enjoys a chance to stretch his legs and explore around the house. Big Foot has a small cyst on his head, we were sure he was going to sprout a unicorn horn from this but our vet assures us that it’s a benign cyst that could be removed for cosmetic reasons if a person so desired.

Dog of the Week: Bleu

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Bleu is a very handsome Siberian Husky mix, he is fully house-trained and has not had a single accident in his foster home. He knows several commands and is very obedient, he is also kennel trained although he does not necessarily require one. Bleu loves to be near his people and the perfect home would be one with someone he could hang out with all day or go to work with. He’ll just nap the hours away at your feet! Bleu’s up for adventure but is also cool with just chilling at home with you. A fenced yard is preferred for his husky curiosity, as good smells can carry him away! Bleu is great with other dogs, but we are not sure about how he is with young children as he has never met them. For this reason, we are asking for a home with older children or no children, please. Bleu is about four years old.

Bleu’s adoption fee is $250 and includes neuter surgery, being up to date on vaccinations and preventives, a microchip with free lifetime registration, and a free obedience class.

If you’d like to meet gorgeous Bleu, please complete an adoption application HERE.

Cat of the Week: Maria

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Introducing MARIA…  A beautiful gray and white domestic shorthair rescued on 4/13/21  in Evansdale as a very pregnant mama!  She was a wonderful, loving, and protective mama kitty. She is sweet and very talkative. She comes to you when you whistle and loves to be brushed. She does not enjoy being picked up for long but she does love to watch tv and snuggle. She was very patient with her 6 playful kittens.  She did NOT like the resident cats in the foster home when she was in mommy mode; and she must have had an encounter or two with dogs (perhaps when living outside) as she is quite hostile with them – so a family with dogs would not be a good match for Maria! She does currently live with other cats and does very well!   She is quite a good-sized cat, very sweet, and is a healthy 3-4-year-old girl, ready for her forever home!

Maria’s adoption fee is $85 and includes spay surgery, being up to date on vaccinations and preventives, and a microchip with free lifetime registration.

If you’d like to meet this beauty, please complete an adoption application HERE.

Dog of the Week: Bandit

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Bandit is a lovable 23-pound terrier mix dog who was rescued after being hit by a car. He is still in the process of healing, but is ready to start looking for his forever home!  Bandit is an energetic and playful dog who loves to run and play, but he can get nervous around some new people. His foster family has been working hard to socialize him with other dogs and people, and while he can be timid at first, he is gradually becoming more comfortable with meeting new people. It’s important for his future adopters to be aware of this and to give him the patience and understanding he needs. Bandit absolutely LOVES cuddling with people.   Because Bandit can be quite loud when first crated or left alone, an apartment is likely not the best residence for him. He does eventually settle down well and does not seem destructive when left alone or crated. He just prefers that you are around for his comfort and companionship!  Bandit has been doing well with home life and seems to be fine with other animals. He hasn’t had a lot of time to let his true personality shine due to his crate rest from his injuries, but this boy has a ton of potential and will be a great member of a patient, loving family! Bandit is about 1.5 years old.

Bandit’s adoption fee is $250 and includes neuter surgery, being up to date on vaccinations and preventives, a microchip with free lifetime registration, and a free obedience class.

If this sweet guy seems like the guy for you and you’d like to meet him, please complete an adoption application HERE.

Cat of the Week: Guinevere

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Miss Guinevere is a BEAUTY! A sweet girl, with an even sweeter personality! Guinevere loves any and all affection that you give her. She’s a more laid-back kind of girl and loves her people! Guinevere is FIV+, this simply means a cat’s immune system may be compromised and they can be more susceptible to secondary infections. Most FIV+ cats live long, healthy, normal lives with no symptoms at all, but consistent and routine veterinary care is very important to monitor their overall health and well-being.  We do recommend that FIV+ cats reside only with other cats who have also tested positive however, this disease is only transmitted through deep penetrating bite wounds so cats that are friendly and docile may be well paired   Guinevere did previously live with another FIV+ cat, she has done well when paired with other cats both male and female. Her “best friend” was a very easygoing orange tabby cat who has since been adopted. She is about four years old.

Guinevere’s adoption fee is $85 and includes spay surgery, being up to date on vaccinations and preventives, and a microchip with free lifetime registration.

If this beauty strikes your fancy and you’d like to meet her, please complete an adoption application HERE.

Dog of the Week: Chestnut

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Chestnut is a neutered male hound that is approximately 3 years old. He is timid at first, but quickly opens up, especially with other dogs. He will be best placed with another confident dog who is happy to play with him. He loves the outdoors and would love a good fenced-in yard. He likes to get into mischief if unattended for very long and will need lots of chew toys but is already good with being in his crate so this is easily manageable. Chestnut has done doggy daycare and had a great time, too! He is currently in a foster home with other dogs and elementary-aged kids and does great with them all. We’re unsure about cats as Chestnut hasn’t met one yet, but he loves to play hard and then lay around. Chestnut is sweet and well-mannered!

Chestnut’s adoption fee is $250 and includes neuter surgery, being up to date on vaccinations and preventives, a microchip with free lifetime registration, and a free obedience class.

If you’d like to meet this handsome man, please complete an adoption application HERE.