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For the LOVE of DOGS ... the Barn Dog Rescue
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Popcorn
Jewel
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Tuck
Pupcake
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Costello
Luna
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Cinder, sweet Mama dog
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Popcorn, Female and Costello, Male are 3 y/o sweetie-pie Shih-Tzus. Cupcake is a precious 6 mos old female Doxie mix. Cinder had 8 puppies all of which went to our sister org. SPCA of Westchester! We fancy the MOMS! We've been told by our southern team that Cinder is BEYOND SWEET! Tuck is the wiggliest little fella with a super long tail and Jewel and Luna are BFFs.. both young females. Luna is a happy friendly confident dog who gives courage to her pal Jewel who was a Mama doggie but needing reassurance and reason to trust. They are all LOVELY!
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November's Dog of the Month!
"SCOUT"
"SCOUT"
Teach me what pleases you ..I'm always game! If you like to play learning games ...I AM ALL IN!! I'll devote my whole being to you and being your super star! Theres nothing I won't do for your praise & affection, treats and FUN!!!
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*Super smart, ready for anything.. active mind and body! She wants to work and learn and please.. keep her engaged and she will move mountains for you! Leave her to her own choices and she will entertain herself in many ways .. not all of them necessarily helpful!
* SCOUT craves TEAMWORK!! She had a limited set of "gears" when she first arrived... 1)ON, 2) 99% ON.. and 3) off. Good news.. because she LOVES to work, SCOUT has learned about all the mid zone energy levels she can embody since her BFF & handler Britaney has partnered up with her!
* SCOUT craves TEAMWORK!! She had a limited set of "gears" when she first arrived... 1)ON, 2) 99% ON.. and 3) off. Good news.. because she LOVES to work, SCOUT has learned about all the mid zone energy levels she can embody since her BFF & handler Britaney has partnered up with her!
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In video on right watch Britaney using a clicker and treat to reward Scout when she does what Britaney wants her to do. You can see Britaney gives space and time to Scout to figure out for herself what it is she needs to do that will produce a reward. Scout is quickly figuring out if she places her nose in a particular spot for a particular time CLIC-TREAT happens! Scout hadn't ever enjoyed that sort of calm exploration prior to her education with Brit! Its easy to see just how much Scout enjoys it and needs it! She's brilliant!
Check out more entertainment below
courtesy of SCOUT!
Another gift from dogs!!! LAUGHTER!!!
Have a good laugh watching just a slice of Scout and Bodhi playing!! JUST HILARIOUS!!!!! Scout is a super smart, super confident, super interactive and a super peppy girl! She could squish Bodhi if she wanted but watch how she makes herself a great play pal for Sharon's Chihuahua Bodhi and how easy going and unfazed she is by everything!!!!!! Says a lot about who Scout is! She's waiting for her super person to adopt her for a lifetime of nonstop FUN!!!
and again...
These two clowns at times choose to play under the bed. Why you may ask... WELL... they figured out (smartypants Bodhi and Scout) that this location keeps them the same height & play lasts longer!! SCOUT is ALWAYS GAME!!!
Spotlight on Recent Rescues
for more info - click on any photo
Ivy
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Quixote
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Maddox
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Bugatti
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Recent Adoptions!
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Pennie, Eli, Delilah, Gengie, Tori, Biscuit, Chip, Dale, Rufus, Shiloh, Pete
OUR HOMIES
We have a handful of dogs that we have come to think of as our dogs! OUR HOMIES! We are their family and this is their home. Click on photo to learn more!
Our Rescued Dogs Journey..
a peek at how it happens...
Dogs having been selected by For the LOVE of DOGS & SPCA of Westchester are taken from the shelter by Elena Strauman and delivered to DAWG PATCH boarding where they will be treated like royalty! This is just one part of their journey on their way to you... their forever homes!!!!
In need of love and prayers
Our Poster dog, ELLE
Our much loved, LOVE DOGS doggie, ELLE recently came down with what is believed to be immune-mediated encephalitis.. While the onset was sudden and alarmingly dramatic.... she is wobbly and weak .. we've been given hope that she can and we believe will return to good health. She's coping so bravely and enjoying all the attention she's getting from her circle of best friends. Please think of her!
Many thanks to Elle's extraordinary ANGEL team who have gone above and beyond to help her through this challenge! Kristin Desio, Dr Sarah Cutler, Erica Tomney, Jamie & the entire LOVE DOGS staff!
Sometimes rest is best! Jamie & Elle enjoying a snuggle
UPDATE -GREAT NEWS!!!!
ELLE IS IMPROVING!!!!
ELLE IS IMPROVING!!!!
Elle has started to be somewhat interested in food, especially the burgers Deb supplies!!!!! Elle's balance has started to improve so she can now get along without the sling!! We are all so relieved and so grateful for all the support we've gotten to help our Elle get through this time!
Dog Etiquette for Humans
10 good manners to practice when meeting or greeting a dog
Don offering Rufie an open place to meet with zero pressure!
1) Be calm & content
2) Let the dog come to you
3) Invite dog to approach- notice dogs body language
4) Use a sweet voice to offer a space beside you for dog to be
5) If dog seems comfortable offer a pet under chin or side - avoid overhead approach
6) After 3 seconds stop petting the dog and see if dog seeks your hand again or not. Don't reach to dog to pet if she/he didn't seek your hand. Dogs love when humans listen!
7) Don't hover over dog- leave plenty of space
8) Alow dog to come and go - praise/ reward dog when he/she returns to you
9) Have a couple of fun toys with you. If dog brings you a toy pull out one of your toys, make it squeak or toss it in the air. If dog drops his toy say "good drop" and immediately throw the new toy/ball ...REPEAT!
10) Have some tasty treats in your pocket. If you don't know the dogs behavior when hand fed drop a treat or two on the ground.. move on and sprinkle a few more.. dog will love being near you!
2) Let the dog come to you
3) Invite dog to approach- notice dogs body language
4) Use a sweet voice to offer a space beside you for dog to be
5) If dog seems comfortable offer a pet under chin or side - avoid overhead approach
6) After 3 seconds stop petting the dog and see if dog seeks your hand again or not. Don't reach to dog to pet if she/he didn't seek your hand. Dogs love when humans listen!
7) Don't hover over dog- leave plenty of space
8) Alow dog to come and go - praise/ reward dog when he/she returns to you
9) Have a couple of fun toys with you. If dog brings you a toy pull out one of your toys, make it squeak or toss it in the air. If dog drops his toy say "good drop" and immediately throw the new toy/ball ...REPEAT!
10) Have some tasty treats in your pocket. If you don't know the dogs behavior when hand fed drop a treat or two on the ground.. move on and sprinkle a few more.. dog will love being near you!
The GREY MUZZLES Club
Hoping someone wants to love me!
We just learned of this poor grey muzzled lady who was taken from a sad hoarding situation and brought to a shelter. She is blind and lumpy and we can't let her live out his days at a shelter stay tuned for updates & send love his way!! We've had so many amazing adopters choose to bring home dogs like this sweet love. Let us know if you are one. We offer many options to adopters to make the magic work!
Sweet girl has arrived to DAWG PATCH and is enjoying love and comfort!!!
THANK YOU LYNN ANGEL.. you are a a true angel!
we are often asked
" Why do you save so many Chihuahuas?!"
Short answer is WE LOVE THIS LITTLE BREED and all assorted mixes!!! Many rescues don't understand them so these darling entertainers are often left behind!
From what we've experienced Chihuahuas have gotten an UNDESERVED bad rap as nippy, yappy, ankle biters!! Often not treated as DOGS Chis when deprived of dog fundamentals, adequate personal space, exercise, structure and socialization can become frustrated and try bolder ways of making their needs known!.
At LOVE DOGS we see all dogs as DOGS first, so dogs here have every reason to trust their humans! Consistently given their voice and offered our understanding we found Chihuahuas and Chi mixes bloom into delightful, beloved companions & endless sources of hilarity!!!
From what we've experienced Chihuahuas have gotten an UNDESERVED bad rap as nippy, yappy, ankle biters!! Often not treated as DOGS Chis when deprived of dog fundamentals, adequate personal space, exercise, structure and socialization can become frustrated and try bolder ways of making their needs known!.
At LOVE DOGS we see all dogs as DOGS first, so dogs here have every reason to trust their humans! Consistently given their voice and offered our understanding we found Chihuahuas and Chi mixes bloom into delightful, beloved companions & endless sources of hilarity!!!
Olivia and Britaney with a delightful pack of Chi mixes
Some examples of what polite and inviting meetings & greetings look like
Jamie helping new arrival feel safe and welcome
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Picture perfect sharing space and friendship in newly matched pair
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Loose leash walking can start early on with a young well suited team
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A good way to start a friendship
A few ideas from a few of our Love Dogs DOGS
Browney shows he is all in on sharing his space!
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Sharon accepts Shilohs invitation to to close gap between them
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Jamie welcomes new friend Victoia
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For the LOVE of HORSES
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Part of the magic here has to do with the integrity of our mission. Our combined efforts to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home animals stem from a foundation of respect, kindness, clear intention and a humble desire to learn from every animal in our care.
Our rescue is located on the grounds of a serene and magnificent, private horse farm in Westchester County NY. Not only does the farm provide a sanctuary for homeless dogs it also provides sanctuary for special equines in need.
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