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Hope
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Waiting again...
Update - 1-3-11
Sadly, things did not work out as planned for our sweet girl Hope. She is back with her foster family awaiting another turn at the jail or, better yet, a home of her very own. Hope is a wonderful dog who needs a home with lots of energy and lots of structure. Other than that, she just needs a home with people who are willing to kissed, snuggled and loved by a a dog who would love nothing more!
For information on adopting Hope, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can complete an application online by clicking here.
Chi Chi Justin Banshee Rufus Izzy Petey Rocky Maggie Rambo Taavi
Week 6
Hope’s handlers report that they work on her loose-leash walking skills
every day. “When she’s on a 6-foot leash, she’ll still pull, but she does
well on a longer one. We can take her off-leash, and she stays right by our
sides.” As for her other commands, her handlers say that she knows them
well. Hope got a new friend this week. “Her name is Maggie, and they will
play for as long and as often as we let them. She is helping Maggie come out
of her shell. Hope gets along with all of the dogs in the program. All she
needs now is to have a place to call her home. She’s a very loving dog who
is always happy and wanting to please us. Hope is ready to get her second
chance at life.” Although they will miss her, her handlers are very happy
that this sweet girl has found the second chance they were hoping for her!
She’s now living with a loving family who is doting on her, and doesn’t mind
that she loves rolling around in mud! She’s looking forward to bed
privileges with her human sisters, and is just having a wonderful time
playing and chasing one of her canine brothers. We’re so happy for you,
Hope!
For information on adopting Hope, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can complete an application online by clicking here.
Chi Chi Justin Banshee Rufus Taz Jada Nyla Leah Ike Bo Maggie Izzy
Week 5
Hope worked on her out and give it/drop its this week. Since she loves to
play tug of war, her handlers used the game to introduce her to the skills.
One of her caretakers reports that “Hope loves to play fetch. She’ll run so
fast, it’s almost like she’s running through the air and her feet don’t
touch the ground. When she jumps, she reminds me of a deer because of how
she runs and leaps.” As much as this pup loves her time outdoors, she calms
down quickly after playing. Hope got a special outing this week to see if
she’s cat-friendly. Her handlers were happy that “she did well from what we
were told. She didn’t show any aggression towards the cat, she just wanted
to play with it.” She also knew to put on the brakes as soon as the cat
hissed at her. Hope’s handlers’ greatest wish for this sweet girl is
for her to be in her forever home. “She is just an adorable dog. We know
that she’ll make a family a joy to have…hurry and adopt Hope!” Did your
handlers get their wish, Hope? Stay tuned!
For information on adopting Hope, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can complete an application online by clicking here.
Chi Chi Justin Banshee Rufus Taz Chloe Nyla Leah Ike Bo Maggie Izzy
Week 4
Hope’s handlers continued to work on her walking on-leash and her down
commands this week. The latter one is a struggle for her, but her handlers
will find a way to help her along with this task. Hope is fine off-leash
because she’ll easily walk with her handlers and will make sure they are in
her sight. This pup also has no problem being crated. Training aside, this
girl loved “meeting some new friends in the program this week. Hope is
always looking for someone new to play with her and pet her. She is a very
smart and loving dog that needs to find a family who will give her the love
she always needed.”
For information on adopting Hope, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can complete an application online by clicking here.
Chi Chi Justin Banshee Rufus Taz Chloe Nyla Leah Ike Bo Maggie Harley
Week 3
Hope’s handlers report that it was another good week for their pup. She met
Leah this week, and they played well together. Her handlers will introduce
Hope to more dogs as she progresses in the program. Hope continued to work
on her basic training this week. “She is very intelligent and learns very
quickly. We’ve only had her for three weeks and she has made tons of
progress already. When she first arrived in the program, she had no focus
whatsoever. She’s learned with the ‘watch me’ command how to refocus again.”
Hope is also a very loving dog. “She loves attention, and when she wants it,
she’ll sit right in front of you and wag her tail a mile a minute until we
pet her. She is such an adorable dog. How could anyone say no to adopting
her into their family?”
For information on adopting Hope, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can complete an application online by clicking here.
Chi Chi Justin Banshee Rufus Taz Buddy Sky Oscar Chloe Nyla Leah
Week 2
Hope’s handlers say that this pup seems to have become very attached to
them, and we think from their report that the feeling is mutual. Her
handlers continue to work on Hope’s walking on-leash training every day, and
“it’s getting better.” As for her personality, “she loves to play, and will
settle down with you after play is over. It’s funny watching Hope run around
the yard chasing her rope toy. I don’t think she knows how to play with
other dogs yet, but she doesn’t have any issues with them.” Her handlers
also report that she loves to sit with them, but “she can be a bed hog. Hope
is a very loving and smart dog. She will make a family very happy someday.”
For information on adopting Hope, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can complete an application online by clicking here.
Chi Chi Justin Banshee Rufus Taz Buddy Sky Oscar Chloe Nyla Leah
Week 1
Hope’s handlers report that “her first week in the program was full of
training and fun.” At first, this pup wasn’t too sure about her new
surroundings, and just wanted to be by herself. “After she got to know us
(her handlers), she became very friendly around everyone. Hope has no
problem with any of the dogs in the program. Even when Taz barked at her,
she didn’t bother with him.” This pup loves her time in the big doggie yard
behind the block. “We make sure that she gets a lot of playtime and training
time. One day, she met a baby rabbit in the yard, and she didn’t even bother
it. She is a smart dog, and will do anything to please us. Once Hope gets
her commands down, she will make someone a happy owner.” One caution,
however. Her handlers lovingly report that “it’s funny when she starts
playing, because she snorts like a pig.” What a first week you’ve had,
little girl! Keep up the good work!
For information on adopting Hope, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can complete an application online by clicking here.
Chi Chi Justin Banshee Rufus Taz Buddy Sky Oscar Chloe Nyla Leah
UPDATE
7-30-11
Hope headed off to jail today. She has been waiting such a long time for her
turn and it's finally here. Hope is an active little girl who needs
manners and plenty of exercise, but after she gets those two things she'll
be more than ready for a home of her very own. She is
an adorable, two year old Pit Bull who is available for adoption through
Phoenix
Rescue Group. Stay tuned
for next week's update.
For information on adopting Hope, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can complete an application online by clicking here.
Chi Chi Justin Gina Rufus Taz Buddy Sky Oscar Chloe Nyla Leah
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