Adopt Missy an 8 Year Old Senior Lab Mix Dog in Missouri - Tuesdays Tails

This beautiful girl is Missy.  She's an 8 year old senior Labrador Retriever mix who's found herself at the Humane Society of Missouri's Chesterfield animal shelter.

Missy loves people, especially when they're petting her!  She's spayed, housebroken, and walks very nicely on a leash.

Help Missy find a home for the holidays!

Watch Missy's adoption video and then call the HSMO at 636-530-0805 for more information about adopting this sweet dog.  Missy's animal ID number is A468432.



Since 1870, the Humane Society of Missouri has been dedicated to second chances.  They provide a safe and caring haven to animals - large and small - that have been abused, neglected or abandoned.  Their mission is to end the cycle of abuse and overpopulation, assist in creating lasting relations hips between people and animals, offer world-class veterinary care, plus offer pet obedience and behavior programs.  HSMO operates three animal shelters in the St Louis, Missouri, area, plus Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Union, Missouri, for abused and neglected horses, cows, goats, chickens and other farm animals.

We are participating in the Tuesday's Tails blog hop hosted by Dogs N Pawz and Talking Dogs.  This is the blog hop that features shelter pets.  Find a pet at your local animal shelter or rescue and join us!  Please help spread the word about these beautiful animals via social media and let's find them forever homes! 

Talking Dogs is the official blog of For Love of a Dog Jewelry.  Handmade artisan jewelry gifts in pet themes including dogs, cats, and horses.

German Shepherd Dog Jewelry | Dog Lovers Holiday Gifts

If you're Christmas shopping for someone special who loves a GSD, you should definitely check out the German Shepherd Dog jewelry at For Love of a Dog.  You'll find an assortment of unique, handmade GSD necklaces, bracelets, pins, pendants and more.  Black GSD? White GSD?  No worries, you'll find them represented, too.

Since almost all items at For Love of a Dog Jewelry are one of a kind, selection can vary.  Shown here are just a couple of examples of the goodies you'll find.

Shown at top is a gorgeous two dimensional sculptural German Shepherd Dog pin.  Entirely hand crafted, it is a true piece of dog art.  A black German Shepherd Dog pin and a white German Shepherd Dog pin are also available.

The German Shepherd Dog bracelet shown below features a two dimensional GSD charm, accented with three dimensional glass dog bones and rainforrest jasper gemstone beads.

Not everybody's favorite dog is a German Shepherd, so be sure to fetch the other dog breed jewelry for some great dog lover gifts.  The mutts dog jewelry and dog bone jewelry will bring smiles, too.  

Shop For Love of a Dog Jewelry now for best selection.  You'll receive cute gift box packaging and fast, free standard shipping to US addresses.
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The Dog Toy Thief | Wordless Wednesday

It's mine!  All mine!

Said the girl with the flying ears

as she stole Rudy's birthday toy.

Adopt Koda a Lab Shepherd Mix Dog at Wayside Waifs in Kansas City

UPDATE:  KODA HAS BEEN ADOPTED! (10/7/14)

This adorable boy is Koda.  He's a 15 months old Labrador Retriever / German shepherd mix.  In spite of living almost his whole life in the shelter, Koda full of life and house broken.  He's still got lots of puppy energy and would love to share adventures with a special person.

Here's his adoption letter:

Hello there! I'm Koda and I am one precious dog, searching for my forever home. Why does it have to be so hard to find you? Why didn't I get a home when I was just a cute puppy with so much of life ahead of me? Well, I can't worry about that now. I've spent most of my young life in a shelter, but that has allowed me to make many friends and learn lots of things about life. My past made me the amazing dog I am today, so who can say that's a bad thing? I look forward, with faith and hope, that my forever family will find me soon! 

I am a super handsome, 1 year old, 55 pound, mostly housetrained, Labrador Retriever/German Shepherd mix. I am soft and adorable and so much fun! I think I'm still growing into my long and lanky legs and I'm quite an athlete. I came to Wayside from the shelter in Topeka, KS, where I had lived since I was a pup. It's hard growing up in a shelter, but I had many people who loved me very much. Once I got to Wayside, I quickly became a volunteer favorite! I'm friendly and social. And you won't find a dog who is better than me at the game of fetch! I am an expert at it and I never tire of playing. 

Since finding my way to Wayside, life has sort of been a whirlwind for me. I was adopted for about a month and I've spent some time in a foster home, too. So I've finally had my first taste of a normal life in a home. My family that adopted me had many great things to say about me! For one, I absolutely adored them to the point where I wanted to be by their side at all times. They lived on a rural piece of property without a fence, but I never once ran away. I always liked to be where I could see them. 

 Besides being an expert at fetch, I'm also a perfect running partner and went running 4 or 5 times a week. I loved it! I also loved going to the dog park and was always polite and respectful of the other dogs. I'm smart, treat motivated, and I love to learn new things, so I'm an excellent candidate for training. I already know 'sit', 'stay', and 'down', but I'd love to learn more, so please teach me! One of my other favorite things it to go for rides in the car and I quietly curl up in the backseat when traveling. 

So, as you can probably tell, I'm an excellent companion in so many ways. My problem in my last home is that I didn't like to be left alone. It took me so long to finally find my people that I was afraid to let them go! When they left me alone, I was worried that they wouldn't come back. They tried to crate me and that made me feel even more anxious, so I would panic and try to figure my way out of the crate. Wayside staff thinks I'll do best in a home with another dog, who can help me relax and learn that things are ok when we're alone. And I don't like to be confined to a crate, so I hope I never have to go through that again! 

 I can't get enough of my people. I love to sit with you and listen to you talk and feel your gentle touch on my fur. I like to exercise with you and watch TV with you and just hang out. We can do whatever you feel like, but I would love to go home with someone who is around a lot. It makes me feel comforted and safe when I am with you. I'm such a good boy! I'm friendly and laid back and polite. It's just that I never felt wanted before, so now I try so hard to always be by your side, making you happy. I feel like that's my job and I worry when we're not together. I will gain confidence over time though, with positive reinforcement and praise from you. 

Once I know I am home for good and that you love having me as part of your family, it will help me to relax. I hope you can give me the feeling of safety and peace that has been so elusive to me. I hope we will become best friends and stay together forever. Love, Koda

Check out Koda's adoption video and then give Wayside Waifs a call at  816-761-8151.  Koda's animal ID number is 22783376 and his adoption fee is $65.

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 those that pose a danger are humanely euthanized. Wayside Waifs is proud to be a part of Kansas City's no-kill community. Talking Dogs blog is participating in the Tuesday's Tails blog hop hosted by Dogs N Pawz and Talking Dogs. This is the blog hop that features shelter pets.  Find a pet at your local animal shelter or rescue and join us!
  

Tuesday's Tails blog hop participants can post any day of the week and link up with a fresh blog hop linky every Tuesday.  Though targeted at adoptable pets, we also welcome blog posts regarding pet adoption, rescue organizations and adoption events.Fetch the new Tuesday's Tails Facebook page and give us a like! Please help spread the word about these beautiful animals via social media and let's find them forever homes!
  
Talking Dogs is the official blog of For Love of a Dog Jewelry.  

Rosie is a Poser Wannabe Golden Retriever | Wordless Wednesday

Take a good look at this face.

The shelter vehemently insisted Rosie's mama was a Golden Retriever.

Umm... Nope!

We got Rosie's DNA results.

I'll be sharing them soon.

In the meantime, the dirt on her nose?  It's a clue!


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Adopt Liberty Belle a Black Pit Bull Dog in Kansas City

This gorgeous girl is Liberty Belle.  She's a 3 1/2 year old Pit Bull Terrier mix.  She was transferred to Wayside Waifs from another shelter that was running out of space.  These days she's one of the Waif Runners and she loves doing tricks.

Here's Liberty Belle's adoption letter:

I bet you're here because you saw that gorgeous picture of me, right? Well guess what?! I am pleased you stopped by! My name as you can see is Liberty Bell. I'm a 3 year old American Pit Bull Terrier mix, and let me just say I'm an energetic sweetheart!

I was transferred in from another shelter because they were running out of space, but I just know I'll find my forever home soon! Since I haven't been in a home for a while I'll definitely need some reminding on my manners while in a home, but if you'll have patience with me we can do it together! 

I bet you can tell by looking at me that I have a lot of muscle. Here at Wayside I'm on the team of Waif Runners! They say if you want an endorphin rush to run with me! I'm awesome, focused, have plenty of speed AND endurance! I'm all business on a run, which shows how amazing I am on a leash, even when there are barking dogs I'm more focused on the finish line. 

I do know a few tricks too! I know sit, down and even how to stand on my back legs and walk just like a person! They say I need to meet all new family members before going home, but I can't wait! Don't forget to bring any canines you already have to meet me too!

Well, that's all for now. I can't wait to get started on my new life!

XOXO,  Liberty Belle

One look at Liberty Belle's adoption video and you'll see what a sweetheart she is!  Take a look and then give Wayside Waifs a call at  816-761-8151.  Her animal ID number is 22884301

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 those that pose a danger are humanely euthanized. Wayside Waifs is proud to be a part of Kansas City's no-kill community. Talking Dogs blog is participating in the Tuesday's Tails blog hop hosted by Dogs N Pawz and Talking Dogs. This is the blog hop that features shelter pets.  Find a pet at your local animal shelter or rescue and join us!
  

Tuesday's Tails blog hop participants can post any day of the week and link up with a fresh blog hop linky every Tuesday.  Though targeted at adoptable pets, we also welcome blog posts regarding pet adoption, rescue organizations and adoption events.Fetch the new Tuesday's Tails Facebook page and give us a like! Please help spread the word about these beautiful animals via social media and let's find them forever homes!  
Talking Dogs is the official blog of For Love of a Dog Jewelry.  

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Rosie Speaks With Her Eyes | Wordless Wednesday

An animal's eyes have the power 

to speak a great language.

~Martin Buber

I suspect Rosie's eyes are speaking in English and saying:

Mama, can I please have a dog cookie?

My Special Girl | Wordless Wednesday

"I'm married, but the special girl in my life is my Rosie."

~ the Dog Daddy at Talking Dogs

Talking Dogs is the official blog of For Love of a Dog Jewelry. 


 

Rosie wanted a taste | Wordless Wednesday

You didn't save me a bite?!

Adopt Henry a Senior Black Labrador Retriever Dog in Missouri

This beautiful boy is Henry.  He's a black Labrador Retriever with some distinguished "sugar lips."  At 8 years old, Henry is a senior dog and available for adoption from the Humane Society of Missouri animal shelter in St Louis.

Henry is housebroken and is learning to walk nicely on a leash.  He's a big lover and wannabe lap dog.  

Take a look at Henry's adoption video and then give the HSMO a call at 314-951-1562.  Henry's animal ID number is A562708.



Since 1870, the Humane Society of Missouri has been dedicated to second chances.  They provide a safe and caring haven to animals - large and small - that have been abused, neglected or abandoned.  Their mission is to end the cycle of abuse and overpopulation, assist in creating lasting relations hips between people and animals, offer world-class veterinary care, plus offer pet obedience and behavior programs.  HSMO operates three animal shelters in the St Louis, Missouri, area, plus Longmeadow Rescue Ranch in Union, Missouri, for abused and neglected horses, cows, goats, chickens and other farm animals.

On Tuesday we'll be participating in the Tuesday's Tails blog hop hosted by Dogs N Pawz.  This is the blog hop that features shelter pets.  Find a pet at your local animal shelter or rescue and join us!  Please help spread the word about these beautiful animals via social media and let's find them forever homes!

Talking Dogs is the official blog of For Love of a Dog Jewelry

Wordless Wednesday: Rosie Demonstrates Napping

Wordless Wednesday: A Rose is a Rosie

In the garden of my heart,

plant naught but the rose of love.

                                                                ~Bahaullah

Midnight, a Lab Pit Bull Mix, Adoptable Dog

Midnight is a Labrador Retriever / Pit Bull Terrier mixed breed dog available for adoption in Saint Louis, Missouri.

This beautiful black girl is a spayed female and staff at the Humane Society of Missouri animal shelter believe she is about 4 years old.

A friendly girl, Midnight knows how to sit and takes treats very gently.  Midnight has lots of playful energy and might even be a great jogging partner for you.  She seems to already be housebroken.

Please take a look at Midnight's adoption video and if you have any questions, contact the Humane Society of Missouri at 314-647-8800.  Midnight's animal ID number is A536432

We're participating in the Tuesday's Tails Blog Hope.  The blogs below feature shelter animals that need a forever home.  Please share via social media and spread the word!

Dog Art | Tucker is Watching for Us

If you're reading Talking Dogs blog, then you're a dog lover.  

So, you'll understand.

Our beloved black boy, Tucker, left us in October of last year.  

We still miss him and will forever.  Even though we had 14 years with him, no matter how long our furry family members are with us, it is never enough time.

We often talk about Tucker and how we like to think he's found another giant holly tree or two to shelter him.  And some wild strawberries to munch.   

So, imagine our feelings when we were shopping online and discovered an artist by the name of Todd Young.  

Todd is a self-taught artist.  You may have noticed one of his large forest paintings in the movie "I Hate Valentine's Day" starring Nia Vardalos and John Corbett.  You may have seen one of his paintings in the Grand Lobby of the Indiana State Museum.  Or you may have stumbled onto his Etsy shop or his ArtFire shop.

If not, you should.  Because Todd Young loves dogs and they show up everywhere in his work.


The Dog Daddy and I purchased one of his art prints as a Christmas gift to each other this year.  It's called:  The Clearing.

One glance below and you'll understand why.

Yes.  There's our beautiful black boy, Tucker.

Waiting and watching. 

Keeping an eye out.     For us.

Adopt Sweet Xena a Black Lab Mix Looking for Love

When deciding which dog to feature today, I couldn't resist a girl named Xena.  Not only is she named after that pawesome warrior princess, but she looks so sweet and lovely.

Xena is a Labrador Retriever mixed breed dog.  She's about three years old and already spayed.  As you can see from her adoption video, she's black with white accents!   She's a playful girl who already knows how to sit and, from the looks of it, could easily learn how to shake paws.  

Right now Xena is living at the Humane Society of Missouri's Chesterfield Valley animal shelter.  Staff there report that she walks nicely on a leash and is a delightful dog.

If you have room in your life for another dog, please consider this sweet girl.  Call 636-530-0805 for more information about Xena.  Her animal ID number is A538458.

Unique Black Dog Jewelry for Holiday Gifts

The rescue jewelry at For Love of a Dog always makes good gifts for animal rescue volunteers, but our black dog jewelry happens to be some of our favorite pieces.  Since today is Black Friday, it seemed right to bark about it a bit.

Shown above is a black dog necklace that features a wonderful artisan lampwork black dog focal.  Three dimensional and handmade by a Colorado artisan.  I created the necklace by hand wire wrapping natural tigerseye gemstone beads and sweet black lampwork dog bone beads with gold jeweler's wire.  One of a kind necklace will not be repeated.

Shown below is a red crystal black dog lover necklace - with a big fat heart, of course.

The black dog bracelet below also has some of these very cool glass dog head beads that I imported from the UK.  This time I combined them with creamy white freshwater pearls and sweet hand carved black onyx gemstone stars.  

Fetch For Love of a Dog for more of our handmade dog rescue jewelry.  You'll find more black dogs featured in necklaces, bracelets and pins.  Remember, most jewelry pieces are one of a kind.  When they're gone, they're gone.

Barking good gifts for anyone involved in animal rescue work.  A great way to gather compliments and start conversations that can save the lives of black dogs in animal shelters.

Enjoy fast free standard shipping and don't miss our Black Friday Sale!
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Adopt a Shelter Dog | Find a New Best Friend

This is the face of a shelter dog.

When we arrived at the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri, this adorable black Labrador Retriever mix puppy was all alone in a kennel.  Turns out he was part of a litter that was surrendered to the animal shelter.  His brothers and sisters were chocolate and yellow.  All of them were adopted at 8-9 weeks, as soon as they were made available for adoption.  So, all alone now, there he waited.

Maybe he was waiting for us because we fell in love.  We named him Spanky Doo and enjoyed 12 years of adventures with him.  12 years of unconditional love.

You can have that, too!  If you're thinking about adding a new best friend to your family, check out the nearest animal shelter.  

October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month.  

Want a black dog like we did?  They're got 'em!  

Want a purebred dog?  They've got 'em!  

Love is waiting for you....  what are you waiting for?!

Fetch Petfinder to see over 375,000 adoptable pets from almost 14,000 adoption groups!

Here are some of the dogs available for adoption right now at Spanky's alma mater!

Pit Bull Terrier, Ella, is Looking for Love: Adopt a Dog

 Ella is looking for love and a forever home.  She's waiting for you at the Humane Society of Missouri St Louis animal shelter.

Ella is a 2 year old Pit Bull Terrier.  This beautiful black and white dog has lovely manners and is very affectionate.  Easy going, she loves people and loves going for walks.  She's already spayed and up to date on routine vaccinations.

Take a look at Ella's adoption video below and you'll see what a love she is.  If you have room in your heart and on your couch, give the HSMO a call at 314-647-8800 and ask about Ella.  Her animal ID number is A534961.

Can't adopt right now?  Then please tweet and share Ella.  Let's social network to find this sweet girl her forever home!



If you're looking for a best friend to add to your family, but Ella is not what you had in mind, please take a look at some of Ella's shelter-mates.  

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Adopt a Big Beautiful Black Dog from Stray Rescue St Louis

Igneous is a 2 year old male terrier mixed breed dog.  In person he's as solid and handsome as the photo to the left.  He has an amazing head that he loves to have rubbed.  And who could ignore that ear-to-ear grin.

Igneous wants to be a lap dog, even though it would take a big lap to hold his 64 pounds.  He loves people and craves human attention.  He would do best as the only dog in the home.  

A playful guy, he like to release some of that energy through exercise.  If you need a physical fitness buddy, someone who is guaranteed to get you off the couch and into the outdoors, Igneous is your dog.

Igneous is currently living at Stray Rescue of St Louis's Pine Street animal shelter:  2320 Pine Street, St Louis, Missouri.  Call them for more information about Igneous at 314-771-6121.   

Founded by Randy Grim, Stray Rescue's sold purpose is to rescue stray animals in need of medical attention, to restore them to health, and then place them in loving adoptive homes.

View the video below to learn more about Randy Grim and Stray Rescue.  As Randy notes, East St Louis is probably second only to Detroit in being very mean streets for homeless dogs.  50% of the animals rescued have been victims of gunshots.

Adopt Bowser a Black Cocker Spaniel Dog

Bowser is looking for love and he's got a lot of love to share, too.  He's a black Cocker Spaniel who's about 2 years old.  Very affectionate, he walks nicely on a leash and sits to be petted. 

Right now he's calling the Humane Society of Missouri Chesterfield Valley animal shelter home.  If you've got room in your heart and on your couch for a love of a dog, give them a call at 636-530-0805 and find out more about Bowser  (ID# A533810)