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1 1/2 years ago now, we came in on a Saturday to find a very pitiful looking German
Shepard up for adoption. He was underweight, had been shaved making his head look
too large for his body.We found out later he also had heartworm - but his kind
gentle eyes spoke volumes to us. That first weekend, we walked away from the sad
face, but when he was still there the next Saturday, we couldn't walk away again.
We brought Colorado ( now we call him Max) home in November of 2005. He weighted
only 72 lbs and was in need of special care due to his heartworm. We continued his
treatments and after many trips to the vet ( many thanks to the wonderful job of
the vets at Tuscawilla Oaks) I am happy to say that he is now in great health! His
hair has grown in and he is now 102 lbs of furry love!

About 6 months ago, I again had the hard job of saying goodbye to my 13 1/2 yr old
Basset Hound. She had been such a presence in our home (she was the alpha around the
house) that it left a big void. Having Max helped so very much to fill that void.
But I guess it's not surprising that about a month ago, when on a trip to Petsmart,
we brought home a Bassett Hound that you had for adoption, Kim (I now call her
Mollie). I saw her and that was it - I was sold. Molly has joined our little
family like she has always been here. She and Max are great company for one another
. She is a character, likes to "smile" at the camera.

Thank you again for your dedication and for the care and kindness you give to these
animals. We often laugh that you must give them some sort of "love pill" because
they are all so very affectionate and wonderful!! Our home would be empty without
them.


Tom and Celia C.