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Edith  &  Oliver can be adopted together or by themselves. 
​See below for their compelling story. Edith is listed below. Oliver is listed to the right. 
Edith, Mixed Asian Breeds     
​June 21, 2021
5 1/2 yrs, 30 lbs, female,
best with another dog, or adopted with my other dog Oliver, listed in next column, best in no cat home, 
Edith is a rescue from the meat trade. She was born in a slaughterhouse in Cambodia and rescued at 6 months old. She is very sweet and smart and loves hugs and cuddles. She loves to run fast, chase, and be chased. She’s very smart and good at learning commands. She likes to talk a lot, but isn’t overly barky. She is great with children, even infants.
She takes a little while to warm up to new people and doesn’t like to be pet by strangers, especially when out on a walk. Once she warms up to new people she is very affectionate. She requires a lot of exercise and activity and has displayed a little bit of separation anxiety at times, however it doesn’t happen very often. She would do best in a home where someone could spend time training her and giving her a lot of mental and physical stimulation. She has some issues pulling on the leash and could use more training with that. She's friendly with other dogs but can be scared of dogs that are much bigger than her. She is crate trained to “go home” when asked, but I only crate her when she is eating, or if unfamiliar people come into the home.
Monica
​monicahtannreuther@gmail.com
Oliver, Mixed Asian breeds,  June 21, 2021
5 1/2 yrs, 25 lbs, male, compatible with some dogs, should go to a no cat home, 
would be best as only pet, but could adjust to other dogs or be adopted with my other dog Edith
Oliver is a rescue from the meat trade. He was born in a slaughterhouse in Cambodia and rescued at 6 months old. He's a sensitive pup who mostly loves to cuddle under the blankets. He’s very docile when he gets comfortable with someone. He doesn’t bark much, he does like to whimper when he’s excited or wants something.
He can be a little shy with new people, but tends to warm up pretty quickly. He gets stressed out about loud noises and cars. He likes to go on walks in nature or where there aren’t too many loud noises or other people. He can be leash reactive with other dogs, but does much better when he is walked alone. He is playful, but not a very active dog. He has been OK with kids, but doesn’t prefer them and takes a while to warm up to them. He is crate trained to “go home” when asked, but I only crate him when he is eating, or if unfamiliar people come into the home. He might do best as an only pet. He is scared of large dogs because he was attacked by a pit bull once. He is ok with other dogs around his size or a little bigger/smaller. He mostly prefers humans.
Monica
monicahtannreuther@gmail.com
Looking for a kayak buddy? 
Beagle Mix, Daisy, 9yrs, 50lbs
Daisy is devoted to staying by my side except when she is at the front or back door windows, or lounging
outside on the deck. Daisy is all DOG; she doesn’t mind going out in the rain or snow, and she enjoys
doing the land-shark-wiggle to scratch her own back on the grass. She enjoys a neighborhood walk, and
lets you know exactly when she thinks it’s DinnerTime, which she wishes were All the time. Daisy plays well with her adopted dog brother and their best friend neighbor dog, both of which are much smaller. She would like to catch small game like bunnies and squirrels, and possibly cats…unknown. Daisy is great in the house, in 8 years, only one accident. She is left free in the home with no problems, even for long days at work pre-COVID. She is not crate trained. Daisy is fit enough to play and zoom with her doggie friends, and pogo jumps up and down to go outside. But she is pretty laid back sleeping and window watching most of the day. In the evening she loves cuddling up on the couch with her humans. She is comfortable sleeping through the night on her dog bed either in the hallway near the bedrooms, on the floor beside the bed, or in the bed of one of the humans is away on business. She wants very close access if there is thunder approaching or present.
She wants to be near you and will shiver until the thunder (or low pressure system) is gone.
Daisy is a good guard, barking at the mailman and deliveries, and a bit too protective of her dog little
brother. Three years ago, Daisy bit a 5 year old child who was jogging in our house. No blood, thanks to
the jeans, and we assumed she was protecting from a perceived threat, but we have not trusted her
with children or strangers since then. She has never made any aggressive postures, sounds or actions
against anyone in our family. When we have workers or guests at our home we keep her secured. Daisy
is relaxed and does not bark once the stranger is welcomed into our home, but we don’t take any
chances. We have decided to place our dogs separately in hopes of eliminating Daisy’s mama-dog
protectiveness, since they cannot accompany us on our out of the country transfer.
Pam
Pamela@emeraldahc.com
Ozzy & Jack - looking for a home together, posted March 2021
Ozzy, 2 yrs, German shepherd- Belgian malinois mix, 70 lbs, all the typical characteristics of a malinois including the agility and drive, he will require someone who has the time and space to help him be the best dog he can be. he is slightly timid at first and protective of those he loves. With a minute or two of warm up time he is generally good with most people but his protective side leaves him cautious of strangers. He hasn't spent much time with children. good w/ dogs,  some separation anxiety which went away when we got his little brother Jack, not a cuddle bug, but he LOVES to play fetch, can catch anything you throw,  favorite toy ever is a squeeky pig toy that sounds like a pig, and when asked, he will find whatever toy you ask him for, so be careful what you ask for,  house broken and almost never chews anything other than his toys,  VERY smart dog and learns new commands quickly. generally good with most people but his protective side leaves him cautious of strangers, has tons of potential and new tricks to be unlocked with the right family who has the time and space to work with him.
Jack, 1.5 yrs,  German shepherd anatolian shepherd mix, 95lbs,  loves cuddles and just being loved on,  a big baby.
loves  playing outside, bones, food,  hasn't spent much time around children or other animals aside from ozzy.  quick learner but is still a full grown puppy, needs a little work with manners and is also protective of his family, and will need a little warm up time with strangers. house broken and rarely has issues with chewing unless left unattended around food. 
I have had a rough go the last few months and can't give these boys the time and effort they need and deserve, they are great companions, and will be even better with a little time and attention. I hope to find them a great home with responsible individuals who can give my boys the life they deserve. 
Derrik
740 272 3979
derrikw82@gmail.com

Pittie, Naji,  posted April 22
1.5-2yrs, 45 lbs, female, Naji was found as a stray with multiple gunshot wounds and scars on her face. She has since healed and is ready to he out in the world. She is compatible with laid back large dogs. She loves walks and anything active. She is a quick learner and is currently learning manners and how to be patient. Naji would thrive in an active household. It should be noted that she can become very excitable and is still learning to be polite, so small dogs and cats are something she does not yet understand. She also does not know about sharing yet and potential homes should be willing to work with her on this. 
Lindsay phalagna90@gmail.com