Grizzly

Here is Grizzly (on the left) with his sister.  

Calendar Boy, Teddy

Dear Bonnie,

This is long overdue, much apologies for that.  Time just has a way of getting away from you & before you know it, 2 years have past.  Just a quick note & belated gift for you – words can not express how much we love Teddy and how appreciative we are that you helped bring him into our lives.  Thank you also for all the help you provided us at the clinic following his adoption.  You are truly amazing.  I still don’t know how you knew from moment one that Teddy was the perfect match for us, but you were 100% right.  M, Teddy & I moved back to Pennsylvania about a year ago to get out house ready for sale.  Hopefully, it will sell this year so that we can move back to Jersey City permanently.  Teddy is the sweetest, happiest dog.  He loves the big house, the yard, the park across the street, and loves to play with his friends Casper, Rosie & his girlfriends Abi & Kelly.  He thinks he is human, probably because we consider him our child.  And a spoiled child he is.  We can’t imagine life without him.  He’s doing great, is very loved and so happy.  Again, thanks for all you do.  Please say hi to everyone at Humane Society of New York for us and we’ll bring Teddy for a visit next time we’re in town. 

Happy Holidays! 

"Charlie"

Hi!
 Happy New Year and Happy New Dog!
Sophia and I hope you are all well. We wanted to let you know that Alexander, now re-named "Charlie," is doing great. He's the happiest, sweetest and most fun loving dog! We are head over heels in love with him.
 His adjustment is going smoothly, and he and Billy the Cat are getting along beautifully. They love to play and wrestle, and Charlie loves the cat tunnel. We're thinking agility training might be in his future : ) He's also an excellent ball player. His appetite is great and he is showing more energy and spirit every day.  He has made a good friend with a little dog downstairs in our building and they have play dates every day. He likes his walks and we are introducing him to people and dog neighbors and our neighborhood. Charlie is a really social dog, and seems to get along with everyone! I think he would make a great therapy dog when he gets a little older.
 We want to thank you so much for making the perfect match and taking such good care of Charlie while he was at the Humane Society of New York. He is a very special dog, and we are so happy he is part of our family.
 All the best,
 X
 PS: we hope you enjoy the pic we sent. We'll send a few more soon.

Gustavo

*Star*

Dear HSNY, 

Hi!  I had some time for a few photos of Star, I have renamed her Eryn Star, I think she is so beautiful and elfish, thought this is a good name for her. She was, as was I, excited and nervous but happy the first day, did not like the subway ride to Greenpoint, but soon after she was really relaxing and seems happy and very playful. She likes to run through the apartment, and plays with her toys, also she plays in the bathtub and like to hide behind the curtains and peek out...and of course she is very interested in looking out the window.  At first she wouldn't get up on the furniture but now I am encouraging her to do that. She is so sweet and affectionate and gentle, I am sure the love and kindness she received from all of you at the Humane Society is why.

Anyway, she is really wonderful and thank you all again very much. 

Wishing you all a very Happy New Year.  

Willow's Happily Ever After

Many of you may recall Willow, a senior dog that was abandoned at someone's doorstep. The person who found her brought her in right away and it turned out that Willow was not well.  Her body was covered in tumors.  Our doctors performed surgery to remove the tumors and we nursed her back to health.  After a very long recovery, Willow gained some pep in her step.  She rarely showed signs of her age or her ailments.  Willow bonded with many of the people here and we are so happy that she was finally adopted.  We just received this letter from her new family:

I am so sorry it has taken so long to get these to you.  The hurricane hit us hard and we were without power for a week and a half and phone/computer for two.  Then it has just been catch up, holidays, etc.  Then the tragic events with our neighbors in Newtown, CT which have rocked everyone to their very core . . . 
 Here a few photos that I took with my phone.
 Please know that Willow is so loved by all.  She sleeps cuddled up under the covers with me every night.  S has asked to have her sleep with him but I can't sleep without her now -- Sorry S!!
 She has her favorite bone -- which she also sleeps with -- keeps it buried in the covers on "our" bed.  She plays with her toys, has a couple of jackets for the very cold days and LOVES to go for walks.  Races around the house like a crazy puppy.  Goes EVERYWHERE with us -- she helped pick out the Christmas tree that we chopped down ourselves.
 She and Sophie cuddle together the most (in Dudley's crate in the kitchen).  Poor boy rarely gets to chill in there anymore!  LOL. 

Sometimes you will catch all three in there though. . .  the door is always open.

Another Note From Kobe

To All at the Humane Society of New York:

As you can see by the photo below, 2012 ended up being a great year for me (I am the handsome guy on the left).  While first discouraged, I ended up with my new gal pal Scarlett out in Long Island.  The month of November was very challenging with Hurricane Sandy and no power for 14 days... We lived in my human's warehouse. We at least that had power, heat and all the other important accommodations for humans (internet, TV, telephone, etc.).  After returning back home, we had to make sure to be careful where we walked... not just for debris like broken glass, but for leftovers from food spoilage that was put on the curb for trash pickup... All in all, we fared pretty well compared to many on the block.  Many homes were flooded but we were not. 

As you can see, I am happy, healthy and looking forward to a wonderful 2013 full of long walks, great treats and the continuation of my friendship with Scarlett.

Thanks for all you do at the Humane Society of New York!  Without you I wouldn't have found this home.   My humans are soooooo happy to have me and Scarlett likes to have me around!  They tell me everyday. 

From all of us, we wish you a very healthy and happy 2013 and may this year bring warm and wonderful homes to those animals that are in need of one.

Fondly,

Kobe & family