Madison Area Pet Owner's Guide

Soon to be Adopted Pet of the Month

July's Soon to be Adopted Pet of the Month:

Junior from Bulldog Rescue

Meet Junior. He is an English Bulldog with a bit of Bullmastiff thrown in. Junior is about four years old. He came to me from Dunn County Humane in Menomonee WI. Junior was near death when we got him. He was found abandoned in a foreclosed house. The County Deputy thinks he was there a couple weeks without food or water. Junior was very near starvation. We were able to find out the name of the original vet, so we have his medical record. Junior showed signs of being abused. He had his jaw broken at one time and it had to be wired. All that pain and suffering. Hence he hates the vet!! While in rescue, he has been very friendly, cordial and serene. He gets along fine and loves to play. At the vet, he needs to be muzzled!!! HATES it there and lets us know! He has all his shots to date and he has been neutered. Junior weighs about 52 lbs. He has gained weight and energy while here. Junior needs someone who is kind, gentle and understanding. He is a bit fearful at first. But once he gains trust, he gives kisses. He has had an accident or two in the house. That comes from being abandoned in an enclosed porch with no food, no water, only a thin sheet to sleep on and no one to care for him in the freezing cold. With patience and persistence he will regain the understanding that he has to go potty outside all the time. He jumps on people when he is excited and happy. That also can be corrected with patience, gentleness and loving training. An obedience class would help. Junior is deep red with a black mask. He has a massive head like a Bullmastiff; but the body, ears and tail of an English Bulldog. He is about the size of a large male english bulldog. You can inquire about Junior by contacting the Bulldog Rescue of Wisconsin, an affiliate of Bulldog Club of America Rescue Network. An adoption contract and adoption fee is required. Contact Sue at: 608-868-7950 or by emailing her at: bullterrier431@msn.com

June's Soon to be Adopted Pet of the Month:
Update: Cleo was adopted by a wonderful family in Chicago!

Cleo from Lab Adoption and Rescue Network (LEARN)

Hi! My name is Cleo. I came from a shelter in Illinois where I had been brought in as a stray. A nice lady from LEARN came to pick me up as I was in danger of euthanasia. I’m still a puppy, I’m only about one year old. I’m as sweet as can be! I get along with the two small children and three dogs in my foster home (that’s right, it’s a full house!) The kids toys are great, they look like dog toys, right? I’m learning which ones are for me and which ones are for the kids.

I love everyone I meet! I like to greet people with kisses. I’m great in my kennel at night, I don’t make a peep unless I have to go outside. I’m on the petite side, I’m only about 40 pounds.

Being a puppy, I still have a lot of puppy energy, so I’m looking for an active family! A family that likes to take long walks would suit me just fine. A family with a fenced in yard would be great too, but not required.

To see a picture of me or to get more information about LEARN and the great work they are doing, please visit their website at www.labadoption.org

May's Soon to be Adopted Pet of the Month:

Jake from the Dodge County Humane Society

My name is Jake. I am a three year old, male, beagle mix. I am a very sweet young man who is looking for a new place to call my own. I get along great with other dogs, in fact, I'd love to go to a home where I'd have some friends. I do not know whether I would like cats yet. You see, I was surrendered to the shelter because I didn't get along with the chicken on my farm, so cats may be the same deal. I am neutered, vaccinated, and ready to hit the road.

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