Submitted by Becky Duman

I met Marmaduke (previously known as Razor) at one of the adoptathons. Being an outside dog all his 2 1/2 years, with little to no training, he was a bit "wild", to put it mildly . We already had 2 dogs we had to keep separated, so I really didn't think a third would be a good idea. Still, he left a spot in my heart, I saw a lot of potential in this otherwise fun loving dog! Trey and I visited "Razor" several times at SAC and asked about him often. I could not get him out of my mind, always hoping he'd find a good home. After some time, and not being adopted, I was afraid Razor would not get the home he deserved. The decision was made, we'd foster Marmaduke! Hoping with a bit of training, he'd become more adoptable. When the fostering didn't go as quickly as hoped for, it was clear he should become a part of our family. Although he stays outside, he has a "condo" he sleeps in (and sleeps under - it's on stilts) and a large fenced in yard. He gets lots of attention and has befreinded our two cats. He has calmed down a lot with the attention and daily training. He loves to walk on his leash around the neighborhood. I'm so glad he's with us! Everyday he'll sit in his lawn chair beside me and look at me with that big silly grin as to say, "thank you for bringing me HOME!!"



Submitted by Raymond Cross

After being Pet of the Week, Dallas was adopted while at an adopt-a-thon at the Hydrant. Dallas must have had some training prior to his arrival at Suffolk Animal Control because he follows the commands that he is given. He won't even leave the deck unless he is told to! We brought him home and haven't had any problems with him or any accidents in the house - he's just a great dog!

He has his own big bed to sleep on that's almost big enough for a human. Dallas has even become the avid traveler and went on a road trip to New York. He did beautifully and loved the ride. Not only does Dallas loves going for rides in the car and road trips, he loves to cruise through the neighborhood in our golf cart!




Submitted by Heather Noell

Buttercup is a very sweet, five-year-old toy poodle. She is quite small, weighing in at only seven pounds! We adopted Buttercup from Suffolk Animal Control.

She has integrated nicely with our family ... after her first bath in her new home (pictured right), she pranced around the whole house meeting her new siblings, Punkin Belle, Peaches, and Pepper. They have all gotten along great together ever since!

Love, Heather, Bobby, Punkin Belle, Peaches, Pepper, & Buttercup

Submitted by Ann Culley

Hello! My new name is Leo or Lee Lee. The most wonderful person met me at the Suffolk Animal Shelter. Her name is Ann and she surely loves me. When she met me at the shelter, I wouldn't walk or wag my tail. I also wouldn't look you in the face. To put it bluntly, I was scared, shut down, and had little hope that anyone would ever love me again. Then, a couple of days after we first met, she came back. She lovingly helped me into her car. Here is the best part, I was starting a new life. Although, I was about ten months old, I didn't know how to play. My new friend was full of love and patience with me. She would talk to me until I started to make eye contact. That was scary at first but, not now. I can't tell you how happy and wonderful my life is now. I can actually play and sometimes I go on walks with my Ann. I miss her when she goes to work but, often her family will come over and take me out. We have a fenced in backyard so I get to enjoy the sunshine. Ann says I'm very special. You see on the very top of my head I have a white spot in the shape of heart. My Ann says that's wonderful and she feels so blessed to have me--right back at ya, Ann! When I was at the shelter, I met many nice dogs who like me were looking for a home and love. I know how lucky I am and I truly do hope all my friends were as lucky as I was. I doubt that was possible though. Please keep the Animal Shelter and the SPCA in mind...it can change your life. I know it changed mine. Regards, Leo