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Older Dogs are Amazing!
My brother adopted a shy, quiet older dog, Trucker, from the APA in February. At first she didn't seem to have any energy but everything changed when we got her home. We changed her name to Gracie and she has been an amazing addition to our family. She is so well mannered, polite, sweet, and she listens so well. We love her so much and can't imagine life without her. Since adopting an older dog, I have realized how special the older ones are. She has such an amazing story to tell and is so appreciative to be in our home. You can see it in her eyes the love and thankfulness she has for us. She is amazing and I hope that this can show other families that puppies are not the only ones that need homes. The older dogs are amazing and you will not regret adopting an older dog. Gracie is perfect and we feel so lucky to have found her. Thanks APA! |
Queen of the House!
I would just like to give you an update on the Black female Pit Bull that we adopted from the APA in the spring of 2007 She was only about 8wks old when we got her from the APA. She is a perfect addition to our family (we also have a male Brindle pit that is 4 yrs old). Chloe now weighs 63 lbs and is the MOST lovable dog ever. She is the Queen of this house that is for sure (just the way we like it!) Thank you so much for all the wonderful things the APA does to help the precious creatures find a good home. My life would not be the same if we hadn't found Chloe. |
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Sisters recommend the APA!
We adopted our dog Kacie from the APA 3 years ago. She has a new sister that we adopted from the Pevely Humane Society and her name is Cena. They have a huge back yard to play in and are inseparable. Kacie is incredibly gentle, loving and a great dog. We can't thank you all enough for giving us the opportunity to adopt such a wonderful dog. My dog from childhood was adopted from the APA and that's how I knew where to come. We are always recommending the APA to our friends and family but tell them that even if they don't chose the APA to adopt from somewhere.
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Anywhere they want!
This morning my cat Bella (who was named Grey when she stayed in your care) was sleeping on a suitcase unpacked this weekend. It reminded me of when we filled out the adoption application in November of 2006. The question was, “Where will your pet sleep?” Matthew filled in, “Anywhere they want.”
Here is her photo, along with one of her sister Rina, AKA Flirt. We often say how glad we are that you saved them for us for all that time. They were at the APA for over a year before we adopted them and the four of us were obviously meant to be together. |
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They call me Bella!
We adopted Hershey on April 11 and we just wanted to give you an update! She is such a good puppy and she has fit right into our family. She loves running around our big fenced in yard and is doing great with kennel training. We have changed her name to Bella, and she already answers to it!! Thank you so much for giving us the chance to add Bella to our family and taking such great care of her. |
Oreo Sandwich
We adopted Oreo about a year and a half ago. He is the best cat ever. He comes when you call him, he snuggles, and he loves to play. He soon got a friend named Penny, another black and white cat I found at Petsmart. A year later, we went back to the APA and adopted Isis. She is a crazy kitten who LOVES to play and have her head rubbed. All three are black and white cats and they have very distinct personalities, but they are the best of friends. Thank you APA we love our furry family! |
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Laid Back, Big B
I thought I would drop you a note and send some pics of Bruster or Big B, as we call him! We adopted him in April 2008 from the APA. He is a very sweet, very big boy and we are glad to have him. He weighed 51 lbs in April now is about 110 lbs! |
It's a Dog's Life
My husband and I adopted a dashaund mix puppy you guys named Darren on Sept 20th 2008...we changed his name to Shaymus! Shaymus has been the best pup ever. He's so loveable. And I am very glad we came to the APA to find him.
He now enjoys laying in the sun, chasing butterflys, and sleeping in a very large doggy bed with a million toys! We were so lucky to find him! Thanks APA! |
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Doing well out on the farm
Well it was a year ago that my mom picked me up from the APA. I can’t tell you how much I love my new home. I got to go to obedience school and learn lots of good things like sit, stay, come, here, down. I also got to do agility stuff. I live on a farm back in off a gravel road. I get to dig up moles and field mice. My mom takes me for lots of walks.
Well, have to go for now. Just wanted to let everyone know how much I love my new home.
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The best additions to our family
My mother and I adopted 3 kittens from the APA in February 2008. They are the best additions to our family in a long time. Rocky, Bonnie and Clyde are inseparable. They play together all the time and are lovey-dovey to each other. Rocky turned 1 year old in September and Bonnie and Clyde will be turning 1 next month! I can't believe their growing up so fast!
My mother and I just wanted to thank the APA for everything that led to us picking the perfect housemates. We wouldn't trade any of them ever! |
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Layla, Settling in nicely
We adopted this cat on 8/16/08, and I just wanted to let you know what a great kitty she’s turned out to be. She loves everyone in the family and even gets along with the dog. We always take a nice photo of each of our pets, and I thought you might like to see that she’s settled in nicely! |
BooBoo, 10 year success
My mom and I adopted a shy black kitten from the APA in June of 1998. We named her Samantha (her nickname is BooBoo), took her home and she quickly became the queen of the house. In the last 10 years she has been a great addition to our family and I thank the APA greatly for introducing me to my kitty.
Again, thanks to everyone at the APA for all that you do for the animals and the families that adopt them. |
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Moonshine Has Growth Spurt
This adorable black lab was just a tiny puppy when his new family adopted him from the APA nine years ago. Now this pup is 90 pounds of joy, and he still comes to see Dr. Dietsch at the APA clinic. Moonshine loves his new Christmas present-- a crowing rooster. |
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Elly Mae is Growing Up
Elly was adopted in July from the APA, and she loves her new home. Now ten months old, Elly's "mommy and daddy love her VERY much," and they insist that she is the "BEST puppy you could ever imagine!" |
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Chatty Chai Loves a Buddha Belly Rub
Chai (rhymes with ‘hi’) is a big talker and into everything. He likes to hang up the phone on people by stepping on the big button and lay on newspapers when his parents are trying to read or keyboards when they are trying to type. Chai's new family says, "he is the bestest cat ever!" |
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Petey Found a Reason to Smile
Petey loves his new home with his new brother Guss. Together they run, play and cuddle. Petey is obviously very happy with his new soft bed, and he loves to be petted and brushed by his mom and dad. |
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Chloe Finds a Home for Herself and a Friend
A young couple came to the APA to see the two irish terriers they had seen on the internet, and they fell in love with the female, Chloe. When out on a walk near her new home, another family approached Chloe's parents and asked about their adorable pet. Chloe's mom and dad referred them to the APA to see the other irish terrier, Shadow, and Shadow went home the very next day! Thanks, Chloe! And thanks to your folks, too! |
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Rock Star Johnny B. Goode
This adorable Treeing Walker Coonhound mix already has a huge group of fans. Johnny loves to take walks and "entertain" the other kids in his family, and according to his agent/manager (AKA Mom), he "couldn't be sweeter." |
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Colby is Very Much at Home
Colby wants his old friends at the APA to know that he couldn’t be happier in his new home. Reminding us that he was just a little pudgy when he left here, he says his new mom has him on a diet. But…while she’s unloading the groceries, he knows where to find the food! |
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Funny Face
Antigone's dad thinks she resembles a certain star of the the silver screen, and we would have to agree! After being adopted in 1995, Antigone ("Tiggy") has been the star of her family "a model of feminine duty and filial piety." To see more great comparisons of Tiggy and Audrey, click here. |
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Mr. Big is the Biggest Loser
When adopted in November of 2006, this somewhat tubby kitty was known as "Mr. Big." Thanks to his wonderful new mom, Mr. Big no longer lives up to his old name, and he now goes by "Tucker!" Tucker runs his household and loves to greet his many visitors at the door. When not posing for the camera, Tucker loves to sit right in front of the computer monitor while mom tries to check her email.
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Duece Scores with his New Family
Duece found his permanent home back in March, and he is a "wonderful addition" to his new family. This lovable pooch has a great time swimming and camping, and he and his big brother, black lab Chase, make an excellent duo. |
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Phoebe Comforts her New Mom
Adopted in 2002, Phoebe couldn't have come to her new family at a better time. This sweet cat has helped her mom through a very difficult death in the family. She is a constant comfort with her cuddling and affection. Phoebe's mom hopes that "all pets bring as much love and joy to a family as Phoebe does to her." |
New Best Friends!
Pippin was adopted from the APA in December of 2002. He sleeps on his new mom's pillow with her everynight and loves to play with his new best buddy, Pancake. He is so much fun to have around!
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Manny Poses for the Camera
This adorable black lab is the joy of his parents' lives. Adopted from the APA nine years ago, Manny (short for Emmanuel) posed for the camera at last year's Canine Carnival. We're so happy that he and his family have shared such wonderful times together over the last nine years!
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All a Kid Could Ask For
This adorable pooch Willie was the best birthday present ever for his new 8-year-old family member, Adam. Willie was adopted in June, and he loves his new home and all of the attention he gets.
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Casper the Friendly Cat
Casper is his dad's very first cat ever, and he couldn't be happier. Adopted back in February, this adorable cat has "been a loving and handsome buddy" to his new best friend.
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The Leader of the Pack
After ten weeks of waiting for her family at the APA, Kaydee found the perfect match and has made herself at home in her wolf-themed bedroom. This lucky dog gets to "run free with her pack" every afternoon in a nearby park. Her family is so happy to have found her, for "she is one terrific dog!"
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Queen Bee
Kimmy was adopted from the APA last March. Her soon-to-be mommy knew there was potential for Kimmy to be a great companion. Now at home she is queen bee. She loves to sleep on her mommy's chest and loves to be brushed. Kimmy waited a long time to find her forever home - but it was worth the wait! |
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By My Side
Nikki was adopted for her mommy’s 45th birthday and she’s been a joy ever since! She stays close to her mommy’s side when they go places and follows commands well. Nikki is eager to please in every way and she adores everyone. Her mommy says she’ll never go anywhere else to find another pet other than the APA! |
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Right at Home!
Orville and Wilbur were adopted last December and are right at home, they like to sleep in the bed and chase each other around the house at top speed. |
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