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Colordeagua
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10-25-2003

Sunday, August 22, 2004 - 8:36 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
There are breed-specific shelters too. I'm in the Chicago area, but via the internet I've found two beagle shelters -- one in Tennessee and one in Texas which I donate to. And a good beagle site Arooooo! out of California. You can also check out the Beagle Rescue Foundation of America which has a number of links on the site.

Whoami
Member

08-03-2001

Sunday, August 22, 2004 - 9:03 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Hope I don't bore you with my "kid" stories....

Friday night, sis came to spend the weekend with us. The Boys were (as always) thrilled to see her and settled down for a nice visit with her.

Later in the evening, when she headed to the guest bedroom to turn in for the night, Boomer went absolutely ballistic! He has this really cute "Oh Boy Dance" where he just wriggles and bounces (quite impressive for an 87 pound dog) while he grunts and woofs. He came tearing into the kitchen, did his "OH BOY" dance, and herded me back to the bedroom where Sis was, and then did his dance all around Sis as well.

It was clear he was saying, "Oh KEWL! Guess what! She's going to spend the night!" He was just beside himself!

Yankee_in_ca
Member

08-01-2000

Sunday, August 22, 2004 - 9:42 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Who -- your stories are never a bore -- I always love to hear them! Yippee for Boomer! And it must have made sis feel good too, huh?!


Pamy
Member

01-02-2002

Sunday, August 22, 2004 - 10:00 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
LOL Who..I always enjoy your stories!!!

Ddr
Member

08-19-2001

Monday, August 23, 2004 - 1:09 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Me too Who, Boomer's hilarious!

Herckleperckle
Member

11-20-2003

Monday, August 23, 2004 - 1:48 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Who, we are all dog nuts here, you know? So we love stories about dogs' antics. And you paint your pictures so well. I could just see Boomer doing that dance! Thanks for the smile!

Lostintheglades
Member

07-10-2000

Monday, August 23, 2004 - 5:02 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Cane is adjusting so well and there are so many things about him that remind me of Ethel. I'm going to have to beat my daughter though. She's had him sleeping in her bed. It's cute now but he weighs 32 pounds now and he's only 5 months. When he's 80 pounds she's not going to think it's so cute I'm afraid. hehe

Here's a close up!


ed: The pic was clear but when I resized it got blurry. grrrr

Herckleperckle
Member

11-20-2003

Monday, August 23, 2004 - 6:57 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Lost, don't be afraid to drop in a larger pic--jus so it's under 600 whatever-you-callits in width.

Juju2bigdog
Member

10-27-2000

Monday, August 23, 2004 - 9:07 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Whoami, we need MORE stories about "the boys." They are hilarious.

Calamity
Member

10-18-2001

Monday, August 23, 2004 - 9:28 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
We had a beagle - named Junior although everyone but me called him Jaws. One cold, snowy, winter night my mom was at my grandparents' apartment and before leaving she took their trash out. She noticed the heap of snow next to the trash can was shivering. Brushing the snow away, she discovered a thin, freezing little beagle.

I loved him from the moment I saw him - he would actually smile! And he was so active. When he was young he jumped like he had springs on his feet. But that gave him a bad back when he was older - poor little guy.

I learned a sad lesson this spring when I adopted a dog from the Humane Society. They had assured me that he loved cats - in fact, they said he was submissive around them. The second time he almost bite my Indy cat, I realized the situation wasn't going to work out. The dog, Matt (his HS name), liked me but would growl and bar his teeth at other people who came to my house. My 2-year old niece, Maddie, loves animals but her mom doesn't and refuses to allow any pets. So I wanted a dog who'd be good around kids so Maddie could at least have my dog to play with. Unfortunately, I couldn't trust Matt around her because of his aggressive nature. My other cat, Spencer, was terrified of the dog and hid the entire week I had him.

In the end, I realized the best thing was to take him back before I got too attached to him and, more importantly, he became too attached to me. I still feel awful about it. People tell me he just wasn't the dog for me but it doesn't help. If I hadn't had cats I would have tried longer to help him adjust.

Now I'm leery about getting another dog without knowing more about his personality. Most of my family's animals were strays and it's so much easier when they just show up on the doorstop, wagging their tails and looking hopeful.



Sillycalimomma
Member

11-13-2003

Monday, August 23, 2004 - 5:58 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Julieboo-Thanks so much for all of your help and search for me! I don't know how I managed to overlook it all (probably because I use that darn New Message feature and sometimes it just doesn't work!) I am not dead set on a purebred especially since we have to interest in showing, I just want to find a good dog. I am now completely opposed to an older dog, but I have had a lot of experience with strays and pound puppies (my mom was always rescueing some dog) and I kind of want a baby of my own to grow and love from the beginning-to know how it's life has gone from the get go I guess. Either way I am looking at a lot of work here so I am not just jumping into it with the first dog I see-I am going to make sure that whatever I chose it is a dog that will fit well with our family, and we will meet it's needs as well. I will keep you all posted and thank you all again SOOOOOOO much for all of your help!

Julieboo
Member

02-05-2002

Monday, August 23, 2004 - 6:42 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Good Luck Silly! Sounds like some dog is gonna get a great home. There are a lot of puppies at shelters/rescue groups, so make sure you look around. And have fun! Then come back to the clubhouse to get some good name suggestions.

Julieboo
Member

02-05-2002

Monday, August 23, 2004 - 6:52 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Calamity-there are many rescue groups that foster the animals first. That way they can really tell what a particular animal is like. That is the only way I was able to make sure that the dogs we ended up getting would be so perfect for our family.

There is no real way to find out about an animal when he is in a "cage" situation--like you mostly likely find at shelters. Many shelters foster, so find the ones that do and you can find out their real personalities, and also stuff like will they bark a lot or are they housetrained? (not to mention how they are with kids, will they "counter-surf" for food, get into garbage cans, etc...)

It is too bad you had a bad situation there. Most Humane societies (and shelters) will not guarantee anything-mainly because so many HS's are not afforded the luxury of fostering their animals. A dog or cat in a cage cannot be truly evaluated....

Good luck if you continue to look for the perfect dog for your household. If you need any help at all, I would be happy to assist in any way I could...

Bandit
Member

07-29-2001

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 8:07 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
I have a question...and I'm not saying this to be ugly, or to criticize anyone, but I'm dying to know:

Why do some people want pure-bred animals? Especially if they are not going to breed them (another thing I'm against). I would love to have a beagle or a lab, but I'm not gonna pass up a perfectly adorable and loving dog in a shelter because I would rather wait for a pure-bred something to become available.

I think that too many amimals lose their lives because they aren't "pure-bred" and don't get adopted. It breaks my heart. And why someone would go to a breeder is beyond me.

I'm sorry if I have offended anyone with this, but it's JMO.

Sillycalimomma
Member

11-13-2003

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 9:54 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Well, I can only answer for myself on this one, but for me this time around I am looking for a purebred for a few reasons. Throughout my childhood we had several rescued dogs and each one of them had been through a lot and therefor had a lot of emotional baggage. It was a long road getting them out of their caves so to say and many times these animals were old and right when we were just so in love with them we wouldn't know what to do with them they seemed to die.

While I know buying a purebred is not a guarantee of anything I am leaning more in that direction because a) I can get a puppy and work with it from almost day one into our families lifestyle b) I will know the history of it's bloodline
I have spent some time researching rescue groups in CA and the local SPCA and it is very rare that a puppy is up for adoption in that situation.
I know there are plenty of animals already out there who need good homes and should be adopted, but I have already gone down that road and it was very tough.We have had a purebred before that we got when it was still a pup and he was the best dog I had ever had-unfortunately when my parents divorced my mother got the dog and we haven't seen him or her since! It really broke my heart and I guess I am tainted now or I have a bias-who knows.

For me though at this time and our family dynamics I think that a puppy is the way we are going to go and I have always wanted a Beagle-unless we can find a puppy who needs our help that fits that I have no problem buying a purebred-they are already in this world too and need a good home as well. I am not moving fast on this at all. I know that the purebreds will be in the paper week after week and I won't miss the opportunity to buy one so I am taking my time making sure that there is not a dog already out there looking for a family and a life that we could provide that also meets our needs or wishes. I don't think there is anything wrong with being "picky" or selective when it comes to adding a dog into your home. I want to make sure that the dog we chose is a perfect fit for us and we will have forever.


Julieboo
Member

02-05-2002

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 10:09 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Silly

I think you might be under the WRONG impression that you cannot get a beagle puppy unless you get one from a breeder. YOU ARE WRONG if you think that. There are LOTS of beagle puppies available thru beagle rescue groups. Certainly not as many young puppies are available as older dogs, but they are there.

There are TONS of GOOD dogs that are at shelters. I agree it may be hit or miss and some dogs have been abused and as a result may not be good with children, and some have been so abused that they would never make a suitable pet.

But PLEASE take time to talk to shelters and rescue groups and humane societies. You can and will find the perfect pet if you go thru a foster system. I have proof of that in my house!!!

A foster mom can and will tell you if the dog is suitable for your lifestyle. YOu can get a young dog that is already housebroken and past the chewing stage if you do a little research--and not breeder research.

Please do some shelter, rescue, foster, humane society research.

Good luck!



Julieboo
Member

02-05-2002

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 10:13 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Bandit-I wish more people thought like you. It is a shame that so many pups are put down evey day. If people would only take the time to research shelters, etc, they would fine out that there are not only "bad" dogs at shelters. If there were no breeders and especially no pet shops, then so many more dogs would have a chance. Even if every made sure their pet was neutered/spayed, there would be less of a problem.

Off my soapbox...

Julieboo
Member

02-05-2002

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 10:21 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Silli

What city are you in or near? I'll see what I can find out for you.

Julieboo
Member

02-05-2002

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 10:28 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
These are beagle or beagle mix puppies available right now in California. If I had a city or zip, I could narrow it down. There are also a lot of rescue groups who do not use petfinder.org, so there are even more available.

Victor Valley Protective League
Apple Valley, CA
Beagle,Australian Shepherd Baby A-11 3 PUPS

Pet Adoption Fund
Canoga Park, CA
Beagle Baby M Buttons

BONES Pet Rescue-
Covelo, CA Beagle
Baby F Claire

BONES Pet Rescue-
Covelo, CA Australian
Kelpie,Beagle Baby M Jasper

BONES Pet Rescue-
Covelo, CA
Australian Kelpie,Beagle Baby M Jake

BONES Pet Rescue-
Covelo, CA
Beagle Baby M Barney

BONES Pet Rescue-
Covelo, CA
Beagle Baby F Rosie

Beagles & Buddies
El Monte, CA
Beagle,Boxer Baby M Harry

Beagles & Buddies
El Monte, CA
Beagle Baby M Jimmie

Animal Rescue of Fresno
Fresno, CA
Labrador Retriever,Beagle Baby F Brownie

Animal Rescue of Fresno
Fresno, CA
Basset Hound,Beagle Baby M Jethro

Animal Rescue of Fresno
Fresno, CA
Basset Hound,Beagle Baby M Duke

Animal Rescue of Fresno
Fresno, CA
Basset Hound,Beagle Baby F Ellie Mae

Welcome Waggin Dog Rescue
Orland, CA
Labrador Retriever,Beagle Baby M Schroeder

Welcome Waggin Dog Rescue
Orland, CA
Labrador Retriever,Beagle Baby M Linus

Yucaipa Animal Placement Society
Yucaipa, CA Beagle Baby F Belle

Julieboo
Member

02-05-2002

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 10:43 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
From Northern California Beagle Rescue:
(Actually there were too many here to post, so I picked only a few...)

Northern California Beagle Rescue
Beagles Available for Adoption
 
California - Albany Aug 1 Bosley
Age: 3 yrs.
Sex: male
neutered

Bosley is a happy 3 yr old beagle who is looking for a new place to call home. He's great with children over the age of 5 and other dogs, but tends to shy away from loud noises and needs a blanket for security. He also seems to like cats. Bosley is quite active, loves to play and sit on your lap for head scratches. He is completely potty trained and can follow some commands: sit, lay down, roll over, & dance.

Bosley needs a good home, with a large back yard and another dog for him to play with. He's up to date on his shots and neutered. He has had several mild seizures over the past 2 years, but the vet does not see a need to put him on any type of medication unless the frequency of seizures increases. Please consider Bosley for your family if you are looking for a fun, special little guy to share your home and life with!

If you would like to learn more about Bosley, please contact Michael for more information.

Contact Michael email: wonderlin1@comcast.net
CA-1113197



California - Oakland July 28 Jib
Age: young
Sex: male
neutered

Jib a sweet, very polite Beagle mix that needs a new home. He is petite and weighs about 35 lbs. Jib only has 3 legs due to an injury, but you would never know it - he certainly doesn't. He loves his walks and does just fine.
He has very good manners and is housebroken. He is cat and dog friendly as well - he's even good around horses. Quite a catch for sure. He has a sweet energetic personality and is looking for a family to love and be with forever.

Contact Laurie Burke at Hopalong Dog Rescue at 510-819-0277(beeper) or 510-658-7534
CA-1536216



California - Redwood City May 27 Caddy
Age: 3 yrs. old
Sex: male
neutered

Caddy is a fun-loving 3 yr. old male beagle, about 35lbs. He gets along great with other dogs but we're not sure how he is with cats. He loves to be with people of all ages. He curious and has a typical beagle nose when out and about, which means he wants to stop and sniff everything when out for a walk! Caddy has a high energy level and loves to play, so he'll need a nice backyard and people to play with.

Contact Kelly at 650-817-9160
CA-178214



California - Hayward Aug 18 Scooter
Age: 4 yrs. old
Sex: male
neutered

Scooter is a very special beagle with an incredible story of survival. He was hit by two separate cars in a row and amazingly survived. He suffered head trauma and a broken right front leg. He was rescued from the scene of the accident by a good Samaritan and was rushed to the vet. He was in a coma for the first day or so, was covered in road rash, and lost his site for almost two weeks. Since then, he has made a miraculous recovery and is almost "good as new." His hair has grown back, he's recovered his sight, and just had his leg cast removed - the vet is very hopeful that he will recover full use of his leg! He is a very affectionate fellow and just loves to be pet and cuddled. He is currently being cared for in a foster home and is learning some indoor manners. He does know a few basic commands but could use some work on leash training.

Contact Michael email: wonderlin1@comcast.net
CA-219227



California - Sacramento Aug 1 James
Age: 2 yrs. old
Sex: male
neutered

James is one of the retired medical research Beagles just made available for adoption. He has been neutered and is now recuperating in his foster home.

James is tricolor, mostly brown/black, just over 21 pounds, with seriously long ears! He is a cutie. He is great with kids and loves everyone that he meets. James also does well with other dogs and isgood with cats. He has had his vocal cords altered, so he is unable to bay as most Beagles do......

The best home for James will include another dog already in the family, a well-secured yard, and a family member who is home most of the time. Beagles require a lot of companionship in general, and the research Beagles also need another dog to learn from. They have lived very sheltered lives, and in addition to needing housetraining, they need to learn just about everything there is to know about becoming a member of a family.

Please contact Linea for more information about James. If you email, please include information about your household, family members, and your dog and any other animals in the family.

Contact Linea at 510-770-0208 or 510-579-5850 email: rescuelm@comcast.net
CA-2610187



California - Brentwood July 26 Linus
Age: 3 yrs.
Sex: male
neutered

Linus is a very cute and energetic 3 yr. old male Beagle. He is neutered and house-broken and weighs about 40-45 lbs. In the house, he can be mellow or ever on the search for a abandoned sock or stuffed toy to hide. Outside he is true to his Beagle nature, nose to the ground, taking you for a walk. He's good with adults and children, but has a bit of an aggressive streak with other dogs. At night he sleeps sound in his crate and is a great traveler.

Linus would do best in a home where he can be the one and only top dog, with plenty of space for him to run around and a caring family to play with him.

Contact Jamie email: jamielshort@netzero.com
CA-30676


California - Oakland Aug 18 Tag
Age: 3 yrs.
Sex: male
neutered

Tag is an energetic 3 yr old neutered beagle mix, about 17" and weighs 33 Lb. He likes visiting parks, going on walks and will chase a tennis ball inside. He gets along pretty well with other dogs at the dog park, but can be somewhat food defensive at home. He's very good runner and can keep up while owner jogs. Tag is very affectionate and loves attention, is intelligent, though can be nervous sometimes if not walked enough. It takes him some time to adjust to new people and it helps if he has attention when new people are around. He barks a bit but can be calmed and is usually not too persistent. Tag has very good discipline on house manners and can stay inside all day without an accident as long as he is walked beforehand. He would be a good dog for a single person or a couple who want an only dog. He's okay with kids, but would recommend no small kids because he is very strong and sometimes a little overexcited and can accidentally knock them over. He's definitely spoiled and tends to like naps on the couch. He is healthy and up-to-date on all of his shots.

Contact Mark at home: 510-532-2991 or cel: 925-408-5703
CA-5531117

Sillycalimomma
Member

11-13-2003

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 10:44 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
I tried searching with pet finder and have actually been in contact via email with 4 different places. I am going to look at a terrier mix today actually (not the Beagle I was after, but this little guy seems like he might fit us!) I haven't even heard of some of those cities,well Fresno-but that is hours from me. I live about 20 minutes north of Sacramento near the foothills.

Sillycalimomma
Member

11-13-2003

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 10:46 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
I have to add too-I know it may sound awful, but to be honest here I was looking for a purebred because I just LOVE the Beagle and I want a smaller rather than larger dog. Often the mixes I have seen with Beagles are often with a larger type breed. I know that really it should just be about personality, but I have loved the looks of the Beagle since I was a small child.

Julieboo
Member

02-05-2002

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 10:49 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Good luck silli! It is a labor intensive process --to find a perfect dog for your family. But let me tell you, all the hard work I did searching, paid off huge. We love our dogs and they fit in with us just great. I think a lot of it was cuz we were patient and looked at tons of dogs, websites, shelters, etc...


Julieboo
Member

02-05-2002

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 10:51 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Oh, I wanted a dog as cute as a beagle-and also we wanted a smaller dog too. We found several mixes that were small. We ended up with 20- 25 lb pups. Cute ones too!

Sillycalimomma
Member

11-13-2003

Tuesday, August 24, 2004 - 10:52 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Thanks Julieboo- I have added those links to my favorites as well. I appreciate all your help. This is a long process, but I have patience-heck I waited nine months for my dd didn't I?