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Phoenix
(formerly Bubba)
Week 1 ║ Week 2 ║ Week 3 ║ Week 4 ║ Week 5 ║ Week 6 ║ Week 7
Week 8 ║ Week 9 ║ Week 10 ║ Week 11 ║ Week 12 ║ Week 13
ADOPTED!!!
UPDATE 5/5/07
Phoenix finally found the home of his dreams and we wish him,
his new family and his new doggie siblings the very best of luck together!!
Week 13
When Phoenix finally gets adopted, he may go down in HOPE Dog history as the
most missed dog ever!! Everyone from staff to officers to inmates
adores this dog. They all seem to have a little bit of ownership and
care for him as if he was their very own. He's a very lucky boy who
went from being nearly invisible to being one of the most adored HOPE Dogs
in all of our time at the prison. His morning sniffing antics in the
doggie yard bring endless giggles to the kitchen staff, he's a welcome
assistant in the unit manager's office on a daily basis and he truly
seems to bring a little bit of joy everywhere he goes. He's a one-of a
kind and although we'll all be happy to see him find his home, there will be
large shoes to fill when he leaves. Fingers crossed...
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 12
This could be Phoenix' lucky week. He has finally received the kind of
interest we all thought he would have had from the very beginning.
Sometimes it's just a matter of time until the perfect person comes along
and then the rest is history. Keep your fingers crossed for Phoenix
and hope he finds his forever home soon!
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 11
I'm not sure there is such a thing as a perfect dog, but Phoenix sure comes
close. He spent the day at the dog show on Saturday and just wowed all
of the people who stopped to visit him. He has become so confident and
relaxed since starting the HOPE Program that it's hard to believe he is the
same dog who came to us eleven weeks ago completely terrified f everything
around him. He has truly become a favorite at the prison and he will
be sorely missed when he finally finds a home of his own. His handler
has taught him so many things including hand signals, how to play fetch, how
to be a part of the dog pack and how to score extra treats from the
officers. But, perhaps most evident is how to feel safe in the world.
It's hard to imagine safety, compassion and adoration coming from a maximum
security prison, but looking at the dog Phoenix has become...it's
unmistakable. When he first arrived, his handlers gave him the name of
Phoenix because they knew in their hearts that he would be a new dog by the
time he was ready to leave. They were so very right. There's
just one piece of the story left to be written...who will be lucky enough to
bring Phoenix into their family?
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 10
For anyone who thinks that having a deaf dog must be tougher than having one
who can hear, you really must meet Phoenix. This boy has surprised us
all with how quickly he can adapt to whatever situation he finds himself in.
There are no limits to what this dog can learn and he loves the whole
process. He adores people and has really come to love the company of
the other dogs in his "pack." Amazingly, there has not been a single
application for this love of a dog. None of us can figure out why.
He is truly a gem of a dog and deserves a wonderful home. We'll keep
all of our fingers and paws crossed that he'll find it soon!
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 9
Phoenix has come such a long way since he first started the program two
months ago. He went from being a dog who was frightened of everything
to a confident, sweet-natured boy who loves and trusts the people around
him. He's learned what it's like to be a part of a dog pack and has
even start to initiate playtime with his doggie buddies. He runs past
the other dogs with a toy to get their attention and then the chase begins.
He is absolutely adored by staff and inmates alike and has become very near
and dear to the hearts of his handlers. Phoenix' handler passed
along this letter to us this week. He swears that Phoenix wrote it,
but that he had to do the typing since Phoenix doesn't know how. This
dog deserves a very special home and has waited so very long. Is it
you? Click here to read Phoenix'
letter...
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 8
Phoenix had a funny thing happen this week. He and his handler were
out playing in the doggie yard and Phoenix started to run around chasing
something. He wasn't doing his usual routine of sniffing out the
entire yard, he was running around in circles. When his handler saw
what was on Phoenix' back, he took it off and showed it to him. He had
been chasing a lightning bug that had landed on his back end. Phoenix
took one look at the bug in his handler's hand and GULP...down it went.
Later, his handler turned off the light to see if Phoenix was glowing, but
no such luck!
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 7
Phoenix is such a gentle soul. He's become truly comfortable playing
with his other doggie friends, but always steps out of the game when they
start to wrestle. He has also started to provide daily entertainment
for some of the staff at the prison. Every morning, Phoenix and his
handler head out to the doggie yard for some exercise. As soon as
Phoenix is off the leash he starts running, following his nose in whatever
direction it takes him. He visits every corner of the yard, not
looking for anything in particular, just exploring. It's hard to
believe that this special dog hasn't found a home yet. He is as sweet
and loving as any dog we've ever had the pleasure to know and never runs out
of snuggles for his people. He is easy going, likes other dogs (of the
more gentle variety), adores people, loves a good walk and just couldn't be
nicer. We keep hoping that the right person is reading about him and
has room in their home and heart for this special dog. He's one in a
million!
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 6
His handlers call it stealth mode. It's the way that
Phoenix walks, low to the ground, very slowly, always watching for a bird
that he can chase! Phoenix would spend all day chasing birds if he
could. He loves to watch them from the doggie yard when he's out with
his handlers. Now that Phoenix has settled into a routine at the
prison, his handlers say that he has "grown a spring in his tail!"
They say it never stops wagging whether he's around people or the other
dogs. He is truly a wonderfully sweet, good natured dog who loves to
please. He's perfectly content to lay in your lap, go for a fun walk
or watch the birds with you. As his handler says, "It's always a
pleasure coming back from work. I know that Phoenix misses me.
The only problem is I don't know who misses who the most. Even when
I'm at work, I've always got him with me." Phoenix has won the hearts
of everyone at the jail. He has blossomed from a terrified dog into
one of the sweetest souls you could ever hope to meet. Now all he
needs is a family to call his own. What do you say?!?!?
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 5
Phoenix was an absolute angel this week! He had a great week with his
handlers and then had some wonderful new experiences as well. Phoenix
attended his first Meet & Greet on Saturday and charmed everyone he met with
his sweet, gentle nature. He showed off some of his new tricks and
then quietly fell asleep in his foster mom's lap. He met children for
the first time and thought they were pretty neat. He was also invited
to a special event with a social group for the hearing impaired. It
didn't take long for everyone there to realize how special this sweetheart
of a dog is. Phoenix is still waiting for his special person to come
along. Someone who will see past his inability to hear and embrace the
loving, loyal, snuggly and wonderful dog that he is. Does he sound
like the right dog for you?
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 4
Phoenix received a brand new toy this week made special just for him.
Phoenix loves birds and once he catches sight of one it can be hard to get
his attention back. So, the trainer brought along a special toy for
him this week complete with bird scent. When the handlers need to
bring him back to the land of training, they walk over to him, give him a
quick sniff of the toy and they're able to regain his focus and get back to
work. This is a wonderful, positive way to help Phoenix get focused.
He is really coming along with his sign language, adding more and more each
week. Plus, he is gaining more and more confidence with the other
dogs. When Phoenix first arrived, everything was new to him and
everything scared him. In just a few short weeks, he has become far
more confident and is learning to trust the people to whom his care has been
entrusted. Phoenix is a wonderful dog who will bring years of joy to
the special person who decides to make him part of the family. Is that
you?
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 3
Phoenix may not be able to hear, but that certainly doesn't affect his
ability to see...birds, that is. He loves to stalk them and chase them
and then wait for more. He's never actually caught one, but he sure
does love the game! Phoenix is really starting to come out of his
shell with the other dogs. He and Reggie have been friends since day
one, but he and Fortune have taken a liking to each other this week as well.
All three like to play together outside and Fortune and Phoenix like to play
together indoors with their toys in the evening. His handlers are
working hard to help build up his confidence with all of the new things he
is experiencing and 'Nix is definitely rising to the challenge. This
is one special boy just waiting for the right person to spend a lifetime
with!
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 2
Phoenix is starting to settle in as he starts his third week in the program.
He is very, very bright and is learning sign language quicker than we
expected. His handlers are using traditional American Sign Language to
build a bridge between him and the rest of the hearing world. Phoenix
saw his first snowflakes this week and had a ball running around the doggie
yard catching them! He likes the other dogs, but Reggie is his best
buddy! This boy is a true diamond in the ruff and anyone would be
lucky to have him!! Will you be Phoenix' valentine?
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
Week 1
Phoenix is quite a lap dog. He has already learned about six signs
including sit, down, stay, come, crate and of course, treat!! He is
not at all in love with his crate, but we're hoping he'll come around.
When he's out and about, he loves to greet everyone! He is very polite
and will lean into you for pets and snuggles. This week, the handlers
are working increasing his comfort level with forward approaches. This
will help build his confidence as we all head into new territory teaching
this sweet, sweet boy how to thrive in his silent world.
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
NEW UPDATE
- 1/25/07
Phoenix is a big sweetheart who can't wait to get started in the program.
He is deaf, but that doesn't slow him down in the least and it certainly
doesn't affect his sweet nature!! He is
a beautiful, two-year old purebred English Setter who is available for adoption through
Above and Beyond English
Setter Rescue. Stay tuned...
For information on adopting Phoenix, please contact the HOPE Program by CLICKING HERE or calling 717-379-2511. You can also fill out an application online by clicking here.
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