Sunday, June 28, 2015

Adopt Maddie a 6 Year Old Black #LabradorRetriever at @WaysideWaifs in #KCMO



Here we go again. Another dog surrendered to a shelter because the owners had a human baby.  Maddie was originally adopted as a puppy from Wayside Waifs. Her owners had a new baby and things took a bad turn as that baby became a toddler.  As Maddie shares in her adoption message, Maddie was sometimes scared of the toddler and the toddler was sometimes scared of Maddie.  

In my opinion it could have been a learning experience for all involved.  Instead Maddie was surrendered to Wayside Waifs where she's now hoping for a new family that will love her forever.

Maddie is a 6 year old black Labrador Retriever mix with a doggone beautiful grin.  She's spayed, crate trained, walks nicely on a leash and knows lots of commands.  She's also stressed and lonely at the shelter.

Read Maddie's adoption message and then call Wayside Waifs at 816-761-8151. Maddie's animal ID number is 8125341.
 Hi, I'm Maddie! Yikes...I'm not really sure what I'm doing here. There must be some mistake. I'm a family dog who belongs in a home and gets a daily walk and is loved and cared for and spoiled. It was never part of my plan to be in a homeless shelter again. I barely remember the last time I was here. I was just a pup and was quickly adopted. So when I found myself back where it all started, well, I've been just a little anxious and unsure. I hope my new family finds me very soon!

I'm a beautiful, 6 year old, 50 pounds of pure love, already housetrained and crate trained, Labrador Retriever mix. I'm smart, affectionate, friendly, and I love people. I first came to Wayside as a wee pup, back in 2009, and I quickly found a new home and family that I adored. We've been together for the past 6 years now and my life has been pretty wonderful. My family had a baby a couple years ago though, and now that she's a toddler, sometimes she scares me. And sometimes I scare her. I'm a perfect dog in so many ways, but every once in a while, I get protective of my special treats and I don't want anyone near them. My little toddler friend doesn't understand that. So my family decided to bring me back to Wayside, hoping I'll find a new family that is a perfect match for me. I miss them very much and I imagine they miss me too, but sometimes things are out of my control, so I have no choice but to carry on and keep looking forward. Luckily, I am a resilient dog with so much to offer, so I hope to not be homeless for long.
My previous family had so many great things to say about me! When they were gone, sometimes they'd put me in my crate and I did just fine there. I loved going for a daily walk or run, playing and goofing off in the backyard, taking an occasional trip to the dog park, and munching on my favorite treats. I did just great in the backyard, with a 6 foot wooden fence. In our old house though, there was a chain link fence that I'd sometimes climb over, if I got bored and was left out alone too long. Funny thing is, once I got over the fence, I'd just walk to the front door, asking to get let back in. I'll need you to keep an eye on me when I'm outside, and make sure I stay safe and secure in my yard. When we had company, I'd greet them with a friendly welcome. I was smart and eager to learn and I know all sorts of commands, including sit, stay, come, down, heel, and off. I'm a quick learner and I love to make you happy, so training me is easy and fun. I walk perfectly on my leash and I'm relaxed and calm during car rides.

In my last home, I lived with another dog and we did just fine together most of the time. On rare occasion, we'd get in arguments about food or special treats. Our mom fed us separately and that typically worked out just fine for us. Since I can be serious about my food though, I hope you will feed me in a quiet and safe place, where no one will bother me. And I'd like to meet the whole family, including any other dogs you have, before we go home together. I also want to meet all the kids in the family and I think I'll be happiest with kids over the age of at least 10.
I'm feeling sort of stressed and lonely at the shelter. I don't mean to complain or cause any trouble though. I'm grateful that I have a second chance in life. I'm grateful that my life so far has been filled with love and fun. I know what it means to be a beloved member of a family. And I know how to give unconditional love to you. I can't wait to show you what an incredible dog I am! Please come out to meet me very soon. My kennel seems so lonely and I can't wait to have a home again.
Love, Maddie

For more information about Maddie
contact Wayside Waifs at  816-761-8151.  
Maddie's animal ID number is 8125341
Wayside Waifs is Kansas City’s largest no-kill animal shelter.   They are an independent, 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit humane society and animal welfare organization established in 1944.  Wayside Waifs is committed to finding homes for all adoptable pets. Wayside is the largest pet adoption center in Kansas City, placing over 5,400 animals each year in loving forever homes. Wayside does not euthanize adoptable animals, and there are no time limits for animals in our care. Only animals suffering from significant medical issues or thnose that pose a danger are humanely euthanized. Wayside Waifs is proud to be a part of Kansas City's no-kill community.  

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8 comments:

  1. what a sweetie, hope she finds a home soon.

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  2. Hang in there sweet girl. Somebody will give you a home.

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  3. Poor sweet baby. I shared her on Twitter. Hope she finds a furever home soon.

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  4. Hi Y'all!

    Oh what a beautiful smile!

    Y'all come on by,
    Hawk aka BrownDog

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  5. Maddie's circumstances are very sad, and all to common. Hope she finds a new home soon! Sharing.

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  6. Maddie is such a sweetie and we're off to share her too.

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  7. Poor Maddie :( She is beautiful. Sure hope she finds a forever home soon. Sharing.

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  8. Sharing her, I hope it won't take long for someone to give her the home she deserves!

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