Need We Say More?

There are so many wonderful dogs at our shelter who are all waiting to find their forever home! Please consider adopting and take a second look!

Many thanks from all of the dogs at the rescue,

Ryder, Tino, Benjie, Mimosa, Connor, Dixie Mae, Clara & Sasha Maria, Bryan, Sam & David, Cassie & Cindy, Bella & Cookie, Gizmo Beau, Caylee, Claire, Rudy, Lexi & Missy, Bluebell, Brady, Cinnamon, Tyson, Cosmo & Casper, Willow, Benjamin Ace, Maria Camila, Bernadette, Mikey James & Leo, Rocky Wynn, Bear, Princess Gia, Ruffles & Truffles, Vincent & Randall, Wanda, Percy, Toodles, Marnie, Dana & Annie Mae, Sasha & Scarlett, Kirstie, Geoffrey David, Rosie & Posie, Ian Patrick & Sean, Nancy & Francis et al.

We hope to see you soon!

~~October Dog Observances:

Month long observances:

• National Adopt A Shelter Dog Month

Weekly observances:

• National Walk Your Dog Week - first week in October;
• Animal Welfare Week - first full week in October

Other observances:

• National Fire Pup Day and Black Dog Day - October 1st
• World Animal Day - October 4th
• National Fetch Day - October 18th
• National Make A Dog's Day - October 22nd
• National Pit Bull Awareness Day - last Saturday of October

Happy Fall!



--Our Featured Dog of the Month:

Claire

Oh Claire!

Claire is a delight who also happens to be a pretty little female Shih Tzu with personality plus. Her story, like so many, was not a happy one. However, she has adapted well to life at the rescue and has morphed into a vibrant and playful young girl who welcomes all the attention, affection and love she's been receiving. Claire enjoys a comfy lap and will often give sweet little kisses. She also likes being out in the yard and has a humorous and fun side to her personality.

Claire is a small female, about 3 years of age and 10 lbs. Her right eye is very small and non-visual , our ophthalmologist thinks is probably congenital. Her left eye is healthy and she has good vision. From my personal experience, Shih Tzu's do adapt well to having vision in one eye only. It certainly is not slowing this little girl down as you can see when you watch her video on our website; you can also view her video by clicking on her picture.  Claire is looking forward to sharing her adorable personality with the right forever family.

Think about making Halloween a treat, no trick, for sweet Claire! Only you can give Claire a new home and a new life. Speaking of only you, have you heard the song "Only You" by the Platters. Click on the link below to listen and enjoy.

Article by: Peggy Doepper

See and hear The Platters perform

"Only You" by clicking below.

Turn up the volume and enjoy!

(Note - you may need to skip the ad)

--Birthday Shout-Outs & Alumni Alerts:

Does your fur baby have a birthday in the month of October? If so let us know and we will give a birthday shout-out in our next monthly newsletter.

Why Donate - Just Do It!

Celebrating "Adopt A Pet Shelter Month"

• It is not the dog's fault that he/she ended up in a shelter!
• If you cannot adopt then please help support our shelter this month;
• You can also support us by sharing this monthly newsletter with friends and family who are dog lovers - help us to get the word out;
• Like Nike says "Just Do It"!.

Our pups appreciate all of your help!

Donations can be made on our website by clicking the button below. Donations can also be made directly by:

Zelle: 954-907-5229

Paypal: ladrando@aol.com

Did you know you can also support us on Chewy.com by purchasing supplies from our wish list?

- Does your dog need advice about human behavior that only a trained dog advisor can answer? Ask Amber!.

Amber is one of the editor's dogs who, of course, is a Shih Tzu Rescue Alumni:

• Dear Amber,

Mom keeps holding me up in front of a mirror saying "see - it's you". However, I just see some strange dog looking back at me. Do dogs normally recognize themselves in a mirror?

~~Imageless

• Dear Imageless,

No, dogs do not see themselves in a mirror. Instead, they see the reflection as if it is another dog which can lead to playfulness, barking or aggressive behavior. Dogs primarily rely on their sense of smell for self-recognition, not sight. Over time dogs learn to ignore mirrors realizing that the strange dog is not real and will not cause any harm. Give your mom a lick to let her know you love her next time she holds you in front of the mirror, and we'll keep this a secret between us :)

~~With pearls of wisdom & a perfectly fluffed tail, Amber

Send us your fun dog questions for Amber and we will feature them here!