Fonzie!!

Everyone welcome Fonzie~aaaaay

Here's what we know; Fonzie is a male, approximately 3 mos young and a German Shepherd dog mix. He's emaciated so he needs some good food and TLC (we've got lots of that)!

So we're learning a little about Fonzie; he's good with cats, learns fast, and gets along with the fosters other canines. He loves his chew toys. Soooooo ~ check back often for updates!

If you are interested in adoption Fonzie please go to our website, copy, paste & complete our adoption application, then email it to gsdrescuectx@yahoo.com.

Separate Lifetimes

I post this with great sadness. Rhea has gone to the Rainbow Bridge. She will be missed mostly by her loving human companion, her sibling Ossa, her housemate Jake, as well as all who knew her.
Rhea here as a muddy puppy!

Rhea (in back) with her brother Rowe-Quinn

SEPARATE LIFETIMES

We who choose to surround ourselves

with lives even more temparary than our

own, live withing a fragile circle,

easily and often breached.

Unable to accept its awful gaps,

we would still live no other way.

We cherish memory as the only

certain immortality, never fully

understanding the necessary plan..

~~ Irving Townsend ~~

(Peace Rhea ~ You are missed)

New Photos of General

General is available for adoption. Just go to our website and click on the adoption tab for more information.

UPDATE July 10, 2009 General is doing well & will start his HW treatment soon. This sweet boy is housebroken, crates well, walks nicely on a leash, has learned to use a pet door, gets along GREAT with other large & medium sized dogs of all temperments, & has nice house manners. He likes to look on the counter, which is easy for him, but so far has not tried to snatch anything. Although he lived as a yard dog before coming to rescue, he obviously was an indoor pet at one time, & would love to be again. At first we thought General was a very dominant male, because of his relationship to Cadet, but he is more content to just get along with the other dogs. Has not reacted negatively, even to a bit of a challenge. He does need a strong leader because of his size, but he would fit in to just about any household. We don't know about cats. He was in close quarters with a small dog at the vet, & paid little attention to it. Won't you give this sweet boy a chance?

Referral German Shepherd Rescue ~ Meet Sadie!

Sadie is a 2 1/2 year old spayed female German Shepherd dog. She's around 50# and LOVES people and attention. Sadie has limited but positive reactions towards other dogs. Sadie hasn't been around cats but while Emancipet there were cats in crates all around her and it didn't phase her. She hasn't had any exposure to kids so we don't know for sure.

Sadly Sadie is heart worm positive and will not be available for adoption until after treatment. Approximately the middle of August. The contacts will have tons more information on her then.

If you are interested in adopting Sadie please contact: Kristen at 470-0565 or Erin at 565-0521. Or email dogcamp@prodigy.net.

Dog Thefts Catch APD's Attention

Missing dogs A rash of rip-offs targeting pet owners has the attention of Austin police. They're seeing an increase in dogs being taken from their owners.

On Wednesday evening a woman walks her dog in North Austin, perhaps unaware police say a cruel crime is happening on this side of town. Last year only 7 people reported stolen dogs. This year there are 11, most from the north side leaving owners outraged. "Dogs are like kids you know to people so (this) is messed up," says Austin dog owner Mauricao Tomaselli.

You don't have to look hard to see flyers about missing dogs. Word about the thefts are spreading quickly. "I've heard there's an increase especially with certain types of breeds. I really do try and keep an eye on him," says Austin dog owner Angela So.


Police say predators are pouncing on precious pets, but they also say it's not a band of bandits but opportunistic thieves. They are separate cases with all different kinds of breeds of all not one particular breed that is being stolen," says Austin Senior Officer Venesa Aguinaga.

Vets like Allison say a simple micro-chip can give you pet protection. "If she is ever stolen you can say oh really this is her micro-chip number and it's registered to me," says Dr. Allison Healy.

Here are the other top tips for protecting your pet:

Have a recent picture you can show people.

Never let the dog run free without you, or leave it alone in cars or at the store.

Finally keep an eye on the dog at night or on vacation.

CBS 42 Reporter: Gregg Watson
Email: gewatson@keyetv. com

TIPS What To Do If Your Pet Is Ever Lost Or Stolen

1) Begin the search for your pet immediately. Don't wait a few days hoping he'll return on his own. Begin looking for your dog by circling around your block, then gradually widen the circle to include neighboring areas. Be sure to have a friend or family member wait outside your home in case your dog returns to your building doorstep. Check all local parks, dog runs and any of your dog's favorite places throughout town.

2) Keep your telephone manned 24 hours a day in case someone calls about your pet. Hopefully your pet's collar has ID tags attached which will make it easier for someone finding your pet to call you.

3) Put together a clear, bold, easy-to-read "lost dog" flyer. The two- line, bold headline should read: REWARD: LOST DOG (or cat)."The flyer should also include the following information: your pet's general physical description and temperament; the date and location your pet was lost; two or more telephone numbers where people should call of they find your pet. While your flyer should offer a reward for the safe return of your pet, it should not specify the amount of the reward.

4) Distribute "Lost Pet" flyers to friends, neighborhood residents, doormen, and businesses. Post flyers on all neighborhood bulletin boards. Flyers should also be handed out and posted throughout the neighborhood where your pet was lost if other than your own.

5) Contact all local animal shelters, humane societies, veterinary hospitals, and animal control officers immediately.

Also. contact your local police, sheriffs, pet supply stores, groomers, boarding kennels, professional dog walkers, dog runs, and dog training schools.

After calling these places and people to alert them to your lost pet, mail them "Lost and Found" flyers containing your pet's description and photo. After that, visit these facilities as often as possible, and/or make daily follow up calls to each facility.

-Source: American Dog Trainers Network
http://www.keyetv.com/news/local/story/Dog-thefts-catch-APD-s-attention/ePziWeu-Eky9LVlRWZ5eGw.cspx

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