Just wanted to send a note of encouragement. You are really special to want to give this little one a good forever home. You'll be a great dad!!! :thumbup: :thumbup:

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Thank you for being so diligent. I hope to goodness you are able to adopt this baby. The fact that you don't even know the extent of her health issues and are still willing to stick your neck out speaks volumes about your heart and you as a person and animal lover. We will all be watching this and are right there with you in your passion to do the right thing for this baby. I think you two were meant to be together. I mean what are the chances of being there in Pet Smart seeing her brought in...and then being able to locate her at the shelter??? There is a special place in the hereafter for people like you! I hope the next few days fly by and you have your little girl in no time! Best of luck and God's speed!

You are awesome. Please continue to keep us updated.

Thanks everyone for the encouraging words. I will update with more information as this progresses...

Could you maybe attach the picture you have to your letter of intent and ask them to keep it posted in their office so that when the 7 days are up, whoever happens to be working that day will be aware that there is someone waiting for this little gal. In volunteer situations the staff is always changing and rotating, so you don't really know who will be working when the time comes to release her.
This sweet little lost dog is so lucky to finally have someone like you who cares. Please do keep us posted with your adoption status. I will be praying for this to turn out in a happily-ever after storybook ending for both of you.
God bless you....

Things are sounding good. As a rescue person that has worked with our local animal control and the humane society I fully understand how overworked and underpaid these people are. No one really likes to have to kill animals but it is a fact of life in this county.

My biggest piece of advise is to nicely keep pressing how much you are willing to do for this dog. Have you gone down to visit? Can you put your name on the card on his cage? If you go make sure you wear a very old pair of shoes that you don't mind leaving outside in a plastic bag. I have one pair that I keep in the trunk of my car and are only worn into and out of animal control.

I so have my fingers crossed for you.

Bridget and I have our fingers and toes crossed that everything will work out and you’ll be able to bring this baby home. What a big heart you have! Look forward to hearing the latest.

Saying prayers for you and that poor little babe, he looks like he needs a great big heart like yours to surround him. Our wish for him is to be placed with a parent such as you, one that understands uncontional love. Perhaps you could also send the name and number of your vet, so they can be sure that you are willing to take care of him the way that you say you are....Please keep us posted. Welcome to YT. :dogsm3: :dogsm6:

Wow - slapping my head - why didn't I think of that - dah. See if your vet can call and talk to their vet. The attending vet could probably fill your vet in on what they feel is wrong with the dog, the age and general information.

Great idea :thumbup:

Thanks again for all the kind words and encouragement!

To answer some of your questions:

I have relayed to Animal Control the name of the vet I have used for years (stressed that a second time in an email this morning).

I have been to Animal Control twice.

The head of Animal Control has contacted me twice by email, the last one this morning. I sent another followup email this morning with this proposal and will follow this up with a phone call later:

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I can understand your wanting to get this animal into an environment that will allow her to have the best quality of life possible. I can provide that.

What I am proposing is that you allow me to adopt this Yorkie. I would be able to pick it up as soon as you will release it and will get it in to my vet immediately (same day) so we can start it on a path to recovery to a better quality of life. The vet I have used for many years is Deerwood Animal Clinic. I am also prepared to get the animal to another veterinary specialist if required.

I am prepared to get the dog the same day you will release it. I am concerned that time is important here and I would be prepared to get it as early as today and fast-track it to the vet. I can also provide you with followup reports as the animal progresses.

If you would like me to meet with you or one of your representatives in person, I would also be available to do that. I have been to your facility twice concerning this animal.

I have the time, resources, and patience to help this animal. I am ready to act when you give the go ahead...

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...I will update everyone when I know more.

I'm hoping things work out for the best for you & the little dog. I'm sure each day seems awfully long as you wait...

A long time ago, I found a lost Afghan hound. My dad said animal control had to try & find the owner. They gave us the run around for over 2 weeks, then said they'd found the owner. We suspected something fishy, so we visited the trailer park where the owner supposedly lived. There was no sign of the dog. The person there gave some story about giving it to a relative. In the end, we believe a corrupt person at the pound sold the dog bc it was a purebred. I really don't mean to be discouraging - things have changed a lot since then & each shelter is different, but IMO being very persistant is a good thing.

Let absolutely everyone there know of your interest & willingness to help - perhaps volunteer to give the dogs exercise, baths or something? Maybe ask about donating treats or toys? Get a name each time you speak to someone, keep track of what's said and thank them often for their help. They probably take a bit of heat for the % of animals put down & may remember you as "the nice one". The suggestion to attach the dog's picture (and maybe one of you!) to the email from the shelter guy is good. As is getting your vet involved. I've also heard of some pounds that use a pre-adoption process to speed things up. People pay a small fee upfront and get the paperwork started ahead of time. It is usually non-refundable, but if things don't work out for some odd reason, just consider it a donation.

Hope all works out. You are so kind to care!

I have all my fingers and toes crossed that this sweet baby will find its way into your loving home. Keep being as persistent and involved in every way that you can. I am sure the animal control people are well aware of your concerns for this dog and will do the right thing. Good luck to you and God bless you for being so willing to open up your home and heart to a little animal who truly needs it. I only wish there were more caring people like you in this world!!

You are good - you should be in rescue :thumbup:

Oh I hope you get this little one, I think that you could give her such a good home.

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When the yorkie is available for adoption....ask the workers at the front desk...make sure you are waiting in line when they unlock the doors. If she is not out, in an open cage.....ask someone to get her...that you want to adopt her.... Make sure that you tell the workers that you are interested, they willbe less likely to euthenize her before you get there.


good luck

Thanks once again for the encouraging words...

Latest update - Thursday Evening:

I have been corresponding with the Director of Animal Control who knows my name and knows I want to adopt this Yorkie (the latest contact was this afternoon).

I have sent the name and phone number of my vet to Animal Control who will confirm my past track positive record with my Maltese (after I contacted my vet first to let them know what was happening).

There are procedures Animal Control goes through in the process and things look favorable at this moment. I will follow up again tomorrow...

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It sounds to me that they want you to have the dog but you are right - they do have to follow procedures. Unless this little one is to ill I think you will be allowed to adopt him...

:angel2dl: Oh that poor baby looked so scared. Happy thoughts happy thoughts and lots of prayers. Good luck.

I so hope and pray you get that poor baby soon. Sounds like he really needs you!

I understand why your afraid the pup will be euthanized, but typically unless she shows signs of violence which would become a social problem for people and other animals the dog will not be. In shelters (or at least the ones here) rarly euthenize dogs unless they are unadoptable... which has been your concern with her health, but she dosn't sound like a violent pup so you should be good. When thinking about the staggering numbers of animals euthanized in shelters you should keep in mind what kind of animals there are... not just dogs. Dogs are easy to find new homes for (especially small ones) it's cats and bunnies who are most commonly euthanized and make up a HUGE percentage of those euthanized. Last year our local shelter euthanized several thousand animals and only SIX dogs, all because they were considered a violent threat to society. As for animals "aciddently" slipping through cracks and being euthanized the shelters system is very efficient and wouln't let that happen. I garuntee they keep close track of interest in the animals and wouldn't simply "forget" that one was still adoptable... maybe it's happened but it seems more like one of those old wifes tales used to scare people into action. A vet would also do all the euthanizing, not a volunteer, and since you've already had contact with the head of your shelter i'm sure your very safe. Good luck with your new bundle of joy and be patient with the little girl... let us know what you name her for sure!!!

Oh and the reason i know all this is i've recently done a persuasive speech on adpting animals from shelters and did extensive research and interviews with my local SPCA to get all the facts straight.

I just found this thread (sometime's I wonder, where've I been? :rolleyes: )

I think it's wonderful that you're trying so hard to rescue this little one and hope that it all works out...I'll be watching for your next post and hoping for good news!

Good luck!

Friday Update:

I went by Animal Control again today (Friday) and talked to another representative who made another note in this Yorkie's file that I had come by inquiring about her.

No new news to report ... things are still on track with the required 7 day hold time ending on Tuesday.

Thanks once again for the additional kind words.

Thanks for the information. As this situation progresses, I am now confident that this animal will not slip through the cracks. At this point I will say that I have learned more about our local Animal Control and they seem to have things under control and running efficiently. I think your assessment of the shelter situation is in line with my experience here and I will say I am satisfied with the way things have gone so far, primarily because of the good communication...

i guess we will all have to wait until Tuesday.

our animal shelter here only waits 3 days and then 3 more to euthanize :(

Oh, I just found this thread. This darling looks like she needs a loving home, and what a sweetheart you are.

I feel positive you will get that Yorkie. Please keep us posted.

We'll be holding our breath until Tuesday!

Sunday Update -

The shelter is closed today and tomorrow I will check again to find out any news and exactly what time the Yorkie will be up for adoption.

I am applying the attitude of "knowing the outcome in advance" in adopting this Yorkie, which means I am assuming a positive outcome. I have bought her a cool little doggie bed and I decided to try and find another one of what I call "the best $10 I ever spent" on something for my Maltese, which was a children's "Mini Mushroom Chair" I saw last yeat at Walmart. He loves this chair and it also folds flat when needed.

I went to several Walmarts and could not find them. Evidently they were closed out and I did see a few of the large adult sized ones but they are too big.

My Maltese (his name is Bo') has a blue chair (picture of him in it is below), and I really wanted to find a pink one for the Yorkie (since it is a girl). The mini mushroom chairs were not at Walmart online either.

Well, this afternoon, I stopped by another Walmart away from where I live and I decided to check in the chair/furniture section and guess what...they had ONE Mini Mushroom Chair left - and it was PINK! Tell me that is not a sign. And to top that, the price was not on it and I was prepared to pay whatever it costs...at the register it showed $6.00! A great deal at $10, unbelievable at $6. They are about 19" in diameter, sturdy, and collapsable.

So, some Walmarts across the country may have some left if anyone was looking into getting one for their Yorkie...my Maltese loves his.

A picture with Bo' in his blue Mini Mushroom Chair is attached
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Bo looks so comfy. He's a beautiful Maltese.

The daycare I take Simon and Hallie too has those chairs and Hallie LOVES the pink one :)

I am so happy for you and this yorkie, please let us know what happens!