Billy the Kid

Billy then (bottom) and Billy now (top).

Billy’s owners were forced to give him up when the City recently imposed strict weight limits in NYC public housing, leaving hundreds of beloved pets at city shelters to die. He is a handsome Staffie/Mastiff/Weimaraner mix “teenager” (11-12 mo.old) who is very mild-tempered, sensitive and sweet with his people. He is a beautiful blue brindle with the most gorgeous hazel/amber eyes. He has an endearing way of leaving the tip of his tongue hanging out of his mouth at times, which gives him a comical look and makes everyone laugh. Billy loves to sprint around the yard in his foster home and enjoys interacting with humans while playing. He enjoys balls and squeaky toys and will romp and play with them out in the yard, tossing them as he runs.

Billy is fine with other good tempered dogs but can get a little rough as he gets into the moment. He especially loves romping with his foster brother, Shai. He is too focused on cats, however, so a “no cat home” is for him. Billy would be fine with kids, however, keep in mind that he is young, and while he is mostly laid back, he can get quite carried away with his play when stimulated – as most young dogs can. The good news is that, even when he gets stimulated, it is easy to get him refocused again. He gets a little nervous riding in the car, but settles after a while.

Billy is completely housebroken. He is UTD on his shots and is HW negative. He is neutered and ready for his for ever home. We think Billy would be a great addition to a family that wants a loving, affectionate boy who will appreciate a good life within a loving household. He knows how to relax and just enjoy the moment with his people….an all around great little guy! Won’t you consider giving Billy the home he really deserves?

If you are interested in meeting Billy,please contact Joann @ kaatzndogz@aol.com or Ilse Singer @ ilse_ny@yahoo.com

Here is the fabulous evaluation Billy got while in Brooklyn’s Animal Care Center:

Notes: MILD
Stare:1-holds gaze with soft eyes licks handlers face
Sensitivity:1-leans in soft body ears back mouth closed
Tag:1-engages in play approaches when game ends
Pinch I:1-gently pulls away
Pinch II:1-^
Food aggression:1Allows head to be pushed away
Toy Aggression:1-no interest
Rawhide Aggression:1-^
Dog to Dog:2-Rushes in tail wagging becomes pushy wants to play

His former owners also tell us that he loves all people and kids too, and is housebroken, likes other dogs (doesn’t like cats).

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Our Chance at Rescue

We have made some significant changes over the past few months. We are no longer affiliated with any one rescue, but, instead, are broadening our vision to include any legitimate rescue effort where we can.

We are hoping to be up and running as soon as possible, so feel free to stop by from time to time.

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Operation Pittie Removal Has Been Accomplished!!

I am happy to report that all 10 of the Toms River Pit Bulls have been safely removed from the horrendous situation they were in! On May 31, 2009, All rescue volunteers and the SPCA officers in charge of the Court Ordered removal arrived at the home and systematically removed the 10 dogs and brought them to a local groomer to be bathed, micro-chipped and given their first distemper shot prior to going into rescue.

The rescuers and crew from Kat and K9 Design were amazingly accommodating of the chaos involving 10 unsocialized, stinky and frightened pit bulls and we thank her for her support. She helped make this day run so much more smoothly!

http://www.merchantcircle.com/business/Kat.And.K.9.Design.732-292-1001

All ten of the dogs went into various rescues that had been previously screened.

Four of these dogs are now in a local rescue's care and will need adoptive homes. We can report that even though these dogs spent most of their time living in little plastic boxes (vari-kennels, mainly used for transport purposes because there is little air circulation in these hard plastic carriers) where they were forced to lay in their own excrement, these dogs are beginning to learn proper bathroom etiquette. They are also learning the joys of blankets to lay on, toys to play with, and endless grass under their feet to romp in. If you'd like to read more about the efforts that went into helping them, you can link to the NJ SPCA website and read about the plea that went out, then read the story in the Examiner about the actual rescue as it happened.

http://www.njspca.org/

www.examiner.com/x-1513-Philadelphia-Dog-Advocate-Examiner~y2009m6d1-Follow-up--10-pit-bulls-in-Toms-River-NJ-are-saved"

How Can You Help to Save a "Coconut Retriever"?

The Island of St. Croix is the home of many wonderful but homeless pets. We often work with a caring group of people in a venture called "Pets from Paradise" to offer these little island pups a chance they otherwise would not have had.

Pets From Paradise rescues these little cast offs who would otherwise never have lived to enjoy the love of a human family or to know what it really means to be loved and cherished. They are spayed and neutered prior to being sent to their new homes or to rescues in the United States.

Maybe you already have a pet or two at home or are otherwise not in a position to take in a dog or cat as a rescued pet. But you CAN still help...and enjoy a nice vacation at the same time.

How, you may ask?

Well, are you going to be vacationing on this lovely island? You can help one of these little ones (referred to as "Crucian Critters" or "Coconut Retrievers") make their way to loving homes in the U.S. simply by offering to ferry one of them home to the States on your return home in a carrier provided by Pets from Paradise. Their foster home or sponsor will meet you at the airport to take your little charge to their new home. What a great way to cap off a lovely vacation....don't you think?

To be a Travel Partner or for more information, please contact Anna Loizeaux, Pets-From-Paradise Coordinator at the St. Croix Animal Welfare Center. Give her a call at 340-778-1650 or via email at aloizeaux@hotmail.com.

The pups pictured above are a few of our island pets who found homes here in the U.S.

For more information about the Pets From paradise click on this link:

http://www.gotostcroix.com/petsfromparadise/index.php

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