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Saturday, April 6, 2013

Pet Adoptions: Ralphie Needs a New Home!

Ralphie is 5 years old and his former family says he's a 91 pound lap dog.

Say hello to Ralphie! Ralph was adopted from the Animal Rescue League and then turned in to another shelter, who transferred him back to the ARL. He is now 5 years old and his former family says Ralph is a 91 pound lap dog. He got along well with other dogs and children. His family also told the ARL staff that Ralph was mostly housebroken, but that he had an occasional accident. Ralph apparently did not like to be left alone. He would try to escape, bark or chew inappropriate items when left alone. We recommend a home where Ralph would not need to be left alone for long. We also recommend a strong crate and lots of great chew toys for Ralph when he needs to be left alone. Ralph knows quite a few commands and walks surprisingly well on a …

Saturday, March 30, 2013

Patch Pets: Meet Adam & Eve

These siblings from the Animal Rescue League need a home.

Cats Adam and Eve need a home! The almost 3-year-old domestic Shorthair/Mix siblings are at the Animal Rescue League of Western PA because their owner has been hospitalized. The kitties originally were adopted from the shelter as kittens. Eve is very playful, according to volunteers at the shelter. Adam is a little more subdued but responds quickly to petting and a soft word. If you have any questions, email catladycam@gmail.com. Follow Dormont-Brookline Patch on Facebook and Twitter. For more news, sign up for our email Newsletter.

Saturday, March 23, 2013

Patch Pet: Pit-Terrier Mix Available for Adoption

Meet Mumford! A Pit Bull-Terrier mix who needs a new home.

Mumford, a one-year-old Pit Bull-Terrier mix, came to the Animal Rescue League as a stray. ARL employees say he is timid and is getting used to the excitement of the kennel, as the new sights and sounds are a bit scary. According to ARL, Mumford does walk well on a leash and takes treats well. For more information about Mumford, call 412-661-6452 ext 215. Mumford's adoption fee is $115. Follow Dormont-Brookline Patch on Facebook and Twitter. For more news, sign up for our email Newsletter.

Saturday, March 16, 2013

Pit Bull-Terrier Mix Available for Adoption

Meet Leonidas! You can call him Leon for short.

Meet Leonidas, a.k.a. Leon! He's a cute 11-month-old Pit Bull Terrier mix who came to Animal Rescue League in Pittsburgh as a stray. Like most dogs his age, Leon is very active and could benefit from continued obedience training. Based on observation, he may be house-trained. He loved being with our volunteers getting his pictures taken, and will most likely be a very affectionate companion. Leonidas would be good for a novice owner and folks with an active lifestyle. That cute little face is hard to resist! For inquiries about Leon, contact his volunteer friend Sean at penguinsf@comcast.net. Leon's adoption fee is $115.

Saturday, March 2, 2013

Lil' Ling Ling Longing for New Home

This Shar Pei was left due to landlord issues.

Meet Lil' Ling Ling—a unique Shar Pei mix in need of a "furever" home. The 2 year old was surrendered to the Animal Rescue League due to landlord issues. Her owner said Ling Ling loves car rides and other dogs and cats. She's also house trained. Ling Ling had eye surgery and, as a result, her eyelashes were growing inward and causing some irritation, so Animal Rescue League staff members recommend a home with older children.  One staff member recently took Ling Ling to an adoption event. The staff member said Ling Ling was well behaved. Ling Ling was a bit shy, possibly due to her sore eye, but allowed people to pet her and gave out a lot of kisses. "We think she will make a wonderful companion with the right family with previous dog …

Saturday, February 23, 2013

Pet Adoptions: Akita-Terrier Mix Needs a New Home

Justice is an Akita/Terrier mix who grabs your attention with his beautiful blue-grey coat, hazel colored eyes and regal ears.

Justice grabs your attention with his beautiful blue-grey coat, hazel colored eyes and regal Shepherd ears. He’s a large breed, Akita/Terrier mix who finds himself at the Animal Rescue League shelter due to his owner's move. His former owner told the shelter volunteers that Justice is extremely loyal and is a terrific companion. The ARL recommends that Justice go to a home with children older than age 5 because he is very affectionate and strong, and he has not yet been taught not to jump on people. Justice listens well on a walk, wants to please and appears to be a fast learner. He also likes to play with toys. With a little basic training Justice has the potential to be a wonderful family member. Justice is currently spending some time …

Saturday, February 16, 2013

Patch Pets: Meet Gladys

Meet Gladys, who was just brought into Animal Friends this month!

Meet Gladys, a senior cat who was just brought into the Aminal Friends shelter this month. Gladys is a spayed black-and-white domestic medium-hair female, and the shelter staff believes that she is almost 15 years old. She weighs about 8 pounds. For more information about Gladys, call Animal Friends Inc. at 412-847-7000 Ask for information about animal ID number A034695. Follow Dormont-Brookline Patch on Facebook and Twitter. For more news, sign up for our email Newsletter.

Saturday, February 9, 2013

Shepherd Mix Looking for a Home

Ford is a one-year-old Shepherd/mix at Animal Rescue League.

According to the Animal Rescue League, one-year-old Ford is a fun-loving and energetic Shepherd mix. He is very sweet and possesses the intelligence that German Shepherds are known for. However, the Rescue League recommends that he attend obedience classes to curb some of his youthful enthusiasm. Because of his high energy level, it is also recommended that Ford not be adopted into a home with small children. Obedience training is an excellent way to bond with your dog, the Rescue League says, and also helps with socialization of your dog with other dogs, and with other people. Animal Rescue League offers training classes at its shelter, and Ford's adoption includes 3 private sessions. Ford appears to like other dogs, although if you have …

Saturday, February 2, 2013

Patch Pets: Give Mosa a Home

This pretty cat needs a home.

Mosa is a beautiful torbie in a foster home. According to the Animal Rescue Leage, Mosa is almost 2 years old and is affectionate and friendly. However, Mosa has been diagnosed with some kidney issues. Right now, she is asymptomatic and aside from requiring a special diet, she appears to be completely healthy. Those at the shelter say Mosa would be a wonderful companion for someone, and she does really well with children. If you have any questions about Mosa, or would like to meet her, contact her foster mom at lmalakoff@comcast.net. Follow Dormont-Brookline Patch on Facebook and Twitter. For more news, sign up for our email Newsletter.

Saturday, January 19, 2013

Daria Triumphs Neglect, Still in Need of Help

Daria is described as a sweet and trusting dog.

Daria is a 5-year-old Mastiff mix in need of a loving home. She has survived years of extreme neglect. "This sweet and trusting dog is most deserving of a special home. Daria's incredible spirit and resilience is evident after hearing her sad story," according to the Animal Rescue League. Daria was kept as an outdoor dog somewhere in Beaver County. She managed to escape the home and came back with an eye injury, a possible result of a dogfight or cruel person. Her owner panicked and instead of bringing her to the vet, left Daria at a shelter tied to a water spicket. The owner later called the shelter anonymously and said Daria lived with older kids in her former home and was good with them. She also is said to be generally house trained. …

Amy B

5:46 pm on Sunday, January 20, 2013

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