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	Name:	Equality
	Age:	13.5 yrs Born 8/6/99
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	19 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	AR Foster Home; Rodgers
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

This dog is in the Col. Potter Cairn Rescue Network.
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02/10/2013: Hi, my name is Equality and I have officially retired from working in the breeding facility where I lived all my life. I am now ready for a life of leisure, and a loving family to treat me like the princess I should be. I am a bit timid of all the new noises living in a home, but I sure do like being warm and sleeping on soft beds with good food and clean water. I enjoy sitting next to my people and I love to get scritches. I wag my tail in approval of any kind words or attention bestowed on me. I will willingly roll over for a belly rub. I Love Belly Rubs! I also love food - maybe even more than the belly rubs. If you have a quiet home and need a sweet cuddly companion, I am your girl.

Adoption Application [lr0210]
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	Name:	Toronto
	Age:	Born 12/20/04
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	13.5 lbs.
	Color:	Red Wheaten
	Location:	AR Foster Home; Rodgers
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 1/21/13: Toronto is a timid girl who has made the futon in the spare room her safe place, and where she spends most all her time. Toronto does leave the futon for her secret obsession however; to find and hoard more toys! She will try to hide her favorites under the pillow or blanket. Some she will chew on, and just squeak others. Toronto also managed to get the bottle out of a bottle-buddy. She liked the bottle better than the plushy cover. Toronto will need a forever home with a large toy box and/or budget!

11/17/2012: Toronto is a sweet gentle girl who recently retired from commercial breeding. She is a little timid as she learns about her new life, but has also shown a curious and playful side to her personality. Toronto gets along great with the 5 resident dogs – both males and females. She sleeps quietly in her crate at night and has a favorite doggie bed she enjoys napping in during the day. She is doing well with house breaking too, and seems to catch on quickly to new things like using the ramp to get on and off the deck outside. Here's a video showing her checking out the yard with her foster siblings:Toronto 11-17-12

Adoption Application [lr1117][0130]
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CALIFORNIA

Organization	Dog Name	Age	M/F	Post Date
A Dog's Life Rescue	SHIRLEY (Mix)	Adult	F	03-18-2013	Courtesy Posting: Dog may no longer be available

COLORADO


	Name:	Wiz
	Age:	5 yrs Born 3/18/08
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	12 lbs.
	Color:	Red Brindle
	Location:	CO Foster Home; Denver
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 5/21/13: Watch Wiz come a running to foster Mom: Wiz 5/21/13

UPDATE 5/7/13: Wiz has decided that most people aren't out to get him. In fact, he thinks foster Grandma is his new best friend! Wiz loves toys, so we have been working on the commands "Give" and "Release". He likes getting the toys but isn't quite sure about giving them up! He is a Cairn after all. But Wiz is a smart boy and learns lessons quickly, as long as the treats keep coming! Wouldn't you like a smart little guy like Wiz as your new best friend?

UPDATE 4/29/13: About a week ago my step-Dad came to stay with me. In the past, Wiz would bark incessantly at any visitor, but this time he didn't bark at all. My step-Dad was petting him (which Wiz thought was great) and I was saying how well Wiz was doing. Step-Dad asked where Wiz was. He thought he was petting my Cairn Heidi, instead of Wiz, because Wiz was sitting there so nicely!
He's turning into the little Wizard I knew he was!

UPDATE 4/9/13: Wiz is doing amazingly well. He still barks a little at new people, but he gets over it quickly and comes over for lovin'. He has not been confined to his kennel during the day and is doing very well with that privilege. He just sleeps on the back of the couch all day. Wiz needs a forever family so he can settle in and make that family his own.

UPDATE 3/20/13: Wiz celebrated his 5th birthday yesterday. When he blew out the candles, he wished for an adoptive family. He is still improving with his confidence. The weather is beautiful in Colorado, and Wiz has been going on daily walks. He loves walking with his 'girls'. On one of our walks, he met a little boy, and the little boy approached Wiz and petted him. Wiz didn't bark and sweetly let the little boy pet him. Wiz has been spending time outside of his crate when I am away from the house. He has been a perfect little gentleman!

UPDATE 3/5/13: Wiz is doing extremely well. He continues to meet new people and each time, he does better getting to know them. When he first came into foster care, he would always hunker down to the floor. These days, he rarely does. Wiz has even decided that a few people are as good as his foster mom. He is such a sweet little guy! Here's a little video of him playing with his foster sister Heidi and wondering why foster Mom is pointing that camera thingy at him: Wiz 3/11/13

UPDATE 1/21/13: Wiz's socialization continues to improve every day. In the past couple of weeks, he has made some new friends. He spent about an hour and a half sitting on a friend's lap, and in the past he would just bark at her. Wiz has also been sleeping next to me on the sofa even after I stop petting him. His potty training is very good, and when he gets excited he gives you an "Arooooo." Not only that, but Wiz is a very good listener! So if you are looking for some pleasant company and unconditional love, Wiz just might be the guy for you!

UPDATE 12/22/12: Wiz is very excited for Christmas. He is getting along super well with my other dogs, even playing with my snarky Yorkie who doesn't usually like other dogs. Wiz is a bit of a scaredy-cat. He runs to the safety of his crate when he is scared or overwhelmed. He lovea treats and knows how to "kennel" now. He is also getting better at "sit." He loves to play outside and to snuggle in the plushy pillows on the couch.

UPDATE 11/30/12: Wiz continues to be a very sweet little man. He loves to lay next to me on the sofa, where he receives tons of love. In the middle of it all, he squirms up to my face and gives me lots of kisses. If you stop petting him with both hands, he rolls to his side and paws the air to get that second hand going again. He loves to play with his doggie girlfriends and toys. We have been working on his "sit," which appears to be working. He has also been doing well on his leash. He loves walking and playing outside. He sniffs just about everything in the backyard. The vet said his mouth looks great and was happy to hear that he was eating so well. She thinks he is going to be fine without his teeth. As far as I can tell, he does just as well without them.

11/13/2012: Wiz is a very sweet, tiny, little boy who spent most of his life outside. At first, after his arrival at his foster home, he didn’t want to get out of his crate. But in a little over a week he has done a complete 180. Now, he loves to explore the house and run outside. He loves his foster sisters and loves attention. He does not know any commands, but we are teaching him a few. Many of his teeth were gone when he came into Col. Potter, and the vet removed most of those left because they were rotten and would only cause him problems. He does just fine without them, eating regular food and treats. He will make a great addition to a home with lots of love to give him.

Adoption Application [km1113][0522]
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CONNECTICUT


	Name:	Teddi DonEllyn
	Age:	4 yrs Born 3/23/2009
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	19 lbs.
	Color:	Brindle
	Location:	CT Foster Home; Milford
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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04/15/2013: Hi everyone, my name is Teddi DonEllyn. That’s a lot of names but it fits cuz I’m a lot of dog! Yes, I am a big guy, but I am muscular. My foster mom says I am perfect just the way I am. I arrived here the day before Easter. I met all kinds of people and I quietly watched them do their people thing. I like the people - I'm just not ready to be in the middle of it all. I will quietly watch from my safe place. I like the other dogs here. We have played 2 times so far. When I am ready we will play more.

I am very proud to say I do not make a mess in my area. I prefer to go outside. I like to go with foster dad for walks using my leash but not too far from home or for too long because I just don't know where I am. Eventually I'm certain it will not be a problem but right now I'd like to just get a little more comfy with the "outside world" thing. I do like my ears, neck and back petted and scratched. Oh boy, if you know how to rub a belly we can certainly be friends! But only when I am ready. I like people a lot - I just need to feel safe, that's all. I think I will be the perfect dog for anyone who is nice and calm like me. I've met a couple of cats at the vet’s office. They were ok. I have met some kids - they seemed nice too. Foster mom says I remind her of the Cowardly Lion from the Wizard of Oz. She says I’m a big furry guy with a sweet loving heart who is just needs his family to help him find his courage. Are you that family? Just remember what Dorothy said “there is no place like home”!

Adoption Application [dwk0415][0510]
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	Name:	Tohoe
	Age:	Born 12/15/01
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	19 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	CT Foster Home; Greenwich
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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Walter Staab [0421]

GUARDIAN ANGELS:
Diane Staab

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UPDATE 4/13/13: Tohoe’s mission in life is to find the sunny spot and stay there as long as possible. Although there are three unoccupied, very cozy dog beds in the living room, right now he is asleep on the dining room floor with the sun warming his back. This is quite a breakthrough, because in the three weeks he has been with us, he has barely left my side. Now that he feels safe and loved, his anxiety is decreasing, allowing him to seek out the sunny spot even if it means leaving the room I’m in. With less stress in his life, and a healthy diet, hopefully his hair will start to grow back. Tohoe does his business very quickly in the yard and then hurries back in the house. He gets super excited when he hears “Let’s go for a walk,” and his love of exercise is helping him lose his pot-belly. But after a lap around the block, he’ll be back in the sunny spot, ready for a nap. He hasn’t shown any interest in playing with the resident Cairn, despite Biscuit getting right in his face in the play pose, practically begging for a chase. However, he’ll do anything for a belly rub and if you stop too soon he’ll tap you with his paw with the “Please Sir, may I have some more” look in his eyes. Tohoe is not quite ready for adoption just yet, but if you’re looking for love, loyalty and companionship without the demands of a high-energy Cairn, keep your eye on this one. Tohoe is worth the wait!

03/23/2013: Tohoe came to us from a shelter as an owner surrender. He was very stressed out from having been separated not only from his person, but also from his fur brother who was adopted from the shelter. Col. Potter was called to take him in as he clearly needed some TLC. Tohoe was very anxious when he first arrived at his foster home, often falling asleep sitting up because he couldn’t relax enough to lie down. His tail was always tucked tightly between his legs. But after a week of love and belly rubs, he’s slowly learning to relax and be himself. His tail sometimes even wags a little bit! He gets along great with the resident Cairn, and is house trained. He’s very nervous of strangers who come to the house, but is happy to greet people and dogs when we go for walks. He has very little hair on his back, so he gets to dress up in super-cute doggie outfits, which have made him very popular with all the folks we see when we go outside. Tohoe has some medical issues that need to be diagnosed and treated before he’ll be ready for adoption. Thank goodness Col. Potter found him so he can be given the care he needs. Please consider becoming a Guardian Angel for Tohoe so he can have a happy, healthy future.

Adoption Application [kl0323][0413]
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DELAWARE

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

FLORIDA


	Name:	Kelvin
	Age:	9 yrs Born 11/07/2003
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	19.8 lbs.
	Color:	Red
	Location:	FL Foster Home; Auburndale
	Special Considerations:	No cats
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 5/12/13: Kelvin is the best fetching boy ever. He brings the toy back every time, and gives you gentle reminders to throw it until you do. He can play fetch all day long – and usually will if there’s a willing pitcher. Yesterday he displayed an awesome ability to gather up three toys in his mouth at the same time for fetching. He is not much of a cuddle-bug, but loves to have his back scratched and he has recently started asking for tummy rubs in the morning. He’s lost a little over a pound and even though he is still too heavy, he is very muscular. Kelvin is getting along better with the cats too, but still teases them every once in a while. He pretty much disregards the other dogs except at potty time, which is a time when he is more than willing to go out with the whole gang. We recently learned that thunder frightens him, making him very nervous, but we just got a Thundershirt for him and are all set for the next storm. If you’re looking for a dream child, Kelvin is it. He’s absolutely perfect!

UPDATE 4/15/13: So far, Kelvin has saved the world from about 6 toys. On Sunday, he had a marathon and wiped out 4 in one day. He has such fun with them! He's wild about playing fetch, too. In fact, he will follow you around, offering his toy to throw. He's very good at it, and very persistent. Kelvin gets along with all the resident dogs, and we're working hard on socializing him to the cats since he's a bit overly-enthusiastic around them. He's quite active, so it shouldn't take long to shed the few pounds he needs to lose. Kelvin is an all-around sweet boy that will fit in just about anywhere.

04/01/2013: Kelvin has been here about a week, and we find he has very good manners. We weren’t sure he could even bark for the first few days, but once he discovered the cats - he found his voice! Then, he decided the garbage truck was trouble too, and told us so. He is very overweight so we have him on a diet. Even though he’s a butterball, he didn't get that way from laying around. If he’s awake, he wants to play fetch. If he’s not playing fetch, he’s destroying his toy. So far he’s been through two toys, and this third one is not long for this world either. He’s very thorough, first de-stuffing and then ripping it to shreds. Whatever makes him happy – and it keeps his teeth clean. We are having a blast with this boy. You will, too.

Adoption Application [0401][0512]
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Organization	Dog Name	Age	M/F	Post Date
Tri County Humane Society	ANNIE (Mix)	Adult	F	04-04-2013	Courtesy Posting: Dog may no longer be available

GEORGIA

HAWAII

IDAHO

ILLINOIS


	Name:	Macklin
	Age:	Born 11/6/10
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	19 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	IL Foster Home; Carpentersville
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 3/10/13: It's taking Macklin time to get over some bad habits, so he is not ready for adoption yet. The Good: He's perfectly housebroken and crate trained. He gets along great with the seven other dogs here and will sit for his food bowl. He is fed with other dogs and there isn't any problem. He sleeps quietly in his crate all night but really likes to sleep next to me on the bed. The Not-So-Good: He can be protective of his cushion when he's lying on it and does not like to be cornered. This is improving but it is going slowly. Once this behavior changes, Macklin will be absolutely wonderful.

UPDATE 1/14/13: Macklin gets along well with every dog in my pack. He enjoys playing and wrestling with them - and me at times. He still has to learn that everything in this house is mine and he doesn't own everything. When I'm sitting at the computer he likes to take a nap on my lap which I allow sometimes. Before everyone goes to sleep at night he comes for a treat and a taste of yogurt with my others. This boy loves to hunt critters in my yard but he hasn't caught anything yet. Macklin isn't ready for adoption yet but he's making good progress!

UPDATE 12/11/12: I'm delighted at all the progress this little boy has made since coming here. He has become a great friend to me and all the dogs I have here - especially my other male Alban. They have a couple of wrestling matches every day. His house breaking is perfect. He stares at my back door when he needs or wants to go out to the yard. He enjoys taking a nap in my lap when I'm sitting by the computer. Before bed time he comes in my kitchen with 6 others for a spoonful of yogurt and is very polite. At night he will sleep quietly in his crate but lately I've been allowing him to sleep with me in my bed. He curls into a ball and sleeps all night. He's not quite ready for adoption yet since I need to see how he does in different situations outside my home.

UPDATE 10/30/12: Macklin is still learning to trust me and other people. Some days he comes over and jumps in my lap and other days he looks at me like he's not sure he wants to do that. He sits on command and always comes in from the yard when i call him. He still wrestles with one of my other males while I'm getting the food ready. He loves his crate; when i want him to go in there i just open the door and call him. Macklin will not be ready for adoption until he has learned to completely trust people. Watch this space for Macklin's availability!

UPDATE 10/1/12: Macklin's housebreaking continues to be excellent. He is fed with one of my other Cairns and there aren't any problems. When I'm getting everyone's food ready I can hear him and another male wrestling as they wait. Macklin almost always comes in immediately when I call him unless he is occupied chasing the birds in the bushes. He loves to be held and will fall asleep in my lap, but he also loves his crate and will go in on command. Chewing on a nylabone is one of his favorite activities when he's laying on a cushion. Macklin is not ready for adoption yet since I want to see how he does in some other situations.

09/16/2012: Introducing my buddy, Macklin. He has been here for one week and is quickly learning the ropes. He is doing great with all my Cairns - both male and female. When I'm sitting in the yard and call him, he runs over to me and jumps in my lap. He walks well on leash and knows to 'sit' on command. He's a little overweight and needs to lose a couple pounds. His housebreaking is very good and he doesn't lift his leg to mark in the house at all. He is neutered, up to date on his vaccinations and micro-chipped. He is not quite ready for adoption yet, because I want to see how he does in various situations. Stay tuned!

Adoption Application [rk0916][0310]
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	Name:	Promise
	Age:	Born 6/9/2004
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	18 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	IL Foster Home; McHenry
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 4/15/13: I'm still waiting for my forever home. I surprised foster mom the other day by coming to her and letting her know that I wanted to play and have a belly rub. I also helped with the groceries the other day, I tried to pull the full bags thru the baby gate. Foster mom told me “thank you but she didn't really need my help”! I like family time at night when we all sit to watch TV, because foster dad cuddles with me. So if you might be looking for a cuddle bunny - then I'm the one for you!

UPDATE 3/22/13: I'm doing very well. The potty thing is down pat, if I need to go during the day or night, I use the potty pad, but I go to the door when I have to go. The belly rubs are nice and I love to cuddle. I'm pretty much a couch potato and my foster mom thinks I'm a little hard of hearing, but I do really well. I just follow the pack and watch what they do. I know when it's time for dinner and treats. Oh, I do like those treats - especially the homemade jerky! We get that everyday, my favorite. I also like to wear a t-shirt, nice and tight. TV time is also a favorite, we just cuddle on the couch, Foster Dad and the resident girls. Oh, I like baths too and being brushed, I just like being paid attention - it's nice.

UPDATE 2/10/13: Foster mom says I'm ready for my forever home. Because of the following reasons: I'm doing good with my potty training. I get along well with the resident dogs, (although I could be happy as an only dog too) and I love to be close to my people. I really love that cuddle time at night! I also like to follow foster Mom around the house, especially when it's breakfast, dinner or treat time. I love food!

02/05/2013: Hi! My name is Promise and since coming into Colonel Potter, I think I'm in the 'promised' land. I spent my life having babies and being locked up. Now, I get fed everyday and can run around the house and yard. I'm learning manners and how to go potty outside. I'm doing very well foster Mom says, I've had no accidents in my crate or in the house. I have my special corner and I like to stay there but sitting in foster Dad's lap is nice. So if you'd like a lap dog, I can do that just fine. I also give kisses. Foster mom will keep you posted on my progress,but I'll be ready for my forever home really soon!

Adoption Application [mt0205][0521]
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	Name:	Renate
	Age:	8 yrs Born 4/27/05
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	17 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	IL Foster Home; Chicago
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 4/29/13: Renate wants everyone to know that ‘Life Is Good’! While this sweet girl loves to cuddle, she is also enjoying her freedom. Renate loves to run around the yard chasing squirrels and birds. She also loves to hunt for those pesky chipmunks that hide in the retaining wall and the wood pile behind the garage. You can't help but smile when Renate runs around the yard and up and down the driveway, when it is time for a walk. She trots along so happy to see the world, smell the smells, and chase squirrels. What a joy to live with such a happy soul!

UPDATE 4/4/13: Renate is such a happy girl! She spends her days trotting around with soft squeaky toys: Renate 4/3/13a. She also has a new love, walks! See Renate run with joy as she will soon go on a walk: Renate 4/3/13b. Renate's prey drive has emerged. When on walks, Renate chases after birds and squirrels. She also enjoys exploring the back yard. Those pesky varmints hide all around. This sweet, timid girl will put her paws on your leg and look at you lovingly when she wants to be held and loved. Who could resist?!

02/23/2013: Renate has embraced her retirement from commercial breeding. This girl is the most loving and snuggly dog we have encountered. Even as she flattens to the ground in submission as you approach, she crawls toward you for love and scritches. Renate is a happy girl who spends her day carrying toys to different dog beds and squeaking them in turn. She thoroughly enjoyed playing chase with our former foster and they often cuddled in the same dog bed. Renate has learned to go up and down the four steps to the backyard. She has made excellent progress in housebreaking. Renate has dry eye, which requires ointment in her eyes each morning and evening. She waits patiently and never complains. Are you looking for a sweet, cuddly little buddy? You don't have to look any further than Renate!

Adoption Application [sk0223][0522]
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	Name:	Sapientia
	Age:	~7 yrs
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	13 lbs.
	Color:	Red Wheaten
	Location:	IL Foster Home; Wonder Lake
	Special Considerations:	No cats
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 4/19/13: So, foster mommy bought me a new ball. I just love my new ball! I have to take it outside with me. I also sleep with it in foster mommy's bed because it will keep us safe. I also tried to put it in the bath tub - I thought my new ball needs to be as pretty as me! I still boss the boys around. Hey it's only me and foster mom so I have to keep those boys in check right? Well, I'm off! I'm too busy playing with my ball.

03/03/2013: Hi everybody, I'm the Queen. I'm small and petite just like a Queen should be. I love the water. I love playing in the bath tub. I'll even join you in the tub if you let me. I play ball - and bring it back! I get along with the resident boys here but the best part is I get to boss them around; after all I am the Queen. I even try to boss foster mom around but she doesn't realize I'm the Queen in this house. I love to cuddle and watch TV. Got to go now - I have things to do like sunbathe or go play in the tub. Oh by the way, I know commands such as sit, stay, lay down and paw.

Adoption Application [nt0303][0419]
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	Name:	Silhouette
	Age:	~4 yrs
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	14 lbs.
	Color:	Red Wheaten
	Location:	IL Foster Home; Carpentersville
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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04/23/2013: Silhouette has been here just one week and has fit in perfectly. Her house breaking so far, is perfect. She sleeps quietly in her crate all night and doesn't mind being crated when I go somewhere. Sil is in the process of learning to go up and down all my stairs and it's going well. She likes to snuggle. and if I sit in the couch to watch TV, she will jump up there to be near me. She gets along great with all my other Cairns both male and female. Sil is spayed and up to date on all her vaccinations. Here's a short video of Silhouette so you can see for yourself what a cutie she is. Silhouette 4/22/13

Adoption Application [rk0423][0518]
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	Name:	Wrangler
	Age:	~2 yrs
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	19 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	IL Foster Home; Chicago
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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04/29/2013: Wrangler is a very handsome boy who is full of energy. He loves to be with his people and to explore around the yard and go on long walks. Foster mom and Wrangler have explored much of the surrounding villages on thrice daily walks. Wrangler trots along on the look-out, especially for squirrels, chipmunks, and birds! Wrangler doesn't miss a squirrel even if it tries to hide in a tree. This boy loves to play tug of war and loves to destuff toys. Unfortunately, Wrangler wants to be with foster mom and dad all the time. He is learning obedience and good manners to help him feel more secure and ready for his forever home.

Adoption Application [sk0429]
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Organization	Dog Name	Age	M/F	Post Date
Famous Fido Rescue and Adoption Alliance	Dora	3 years old	F	11-12-2012	Courtesy Posting: Dog may no longer be available

INDIANA


	Name:	Mork
	Age:	~9 yrs
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	16 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	IN Foster Home;
	Special Considerations:	No Cats
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Marcia Sweezey [0921]

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UPDATE 2/11/13: Mork is still the great hunter wanna-be! He loves to patrol and snoop around the yard, trees, firewood and rocks. He hit the jackpot the other day - he found a dead bird in the wood pile. He was so proud of his find, scooped it up in his mouth and paraded around the yard. When he came to the door with his prize, a treat was offered and Mork made a decision right on the spot. The heck with a dead bird - I want a treat! So while Mork enjoys the idea of a hunt and prey, a sure thing like a treat wins out. Mork has had a tough time getting over losing the only home and owner he ever knew. He must have been special to someone because he sure missed them. He seems to finally have turned the corner with his separation anxiety! He's comfortable just being himself - and is enjoying life more. He's a unique guy with spunk and energy. After all he is a ‘hunter wanna-be’. He's nine years old and loves going on walks like a young prince. Truthfully, Mork is just as happy hanging out with the humans and watching the news or old reruns of Mork and Mindy!

UPDATE 10/28/12: Now that the weather is a little cooler, Mork has reduced his outdoor hunting time. He still does his perimeter check and secures all critter digs just in case a misguided critter is available for the chase. So far no luck on a critter chase. Mork now will hunt indoor prey - stuffed toys. He isn't a toy destroyer but a toy hoarder. He likes to take them on a tour of the yard then into his kennel for a nap. Mork is showing more of his true personality. He recently put up a paw for a treat! Play bows have started. He's still a work in progress but he's been holding back on some of his special antics. His fall allergies kicked up and he's on a grain free diet which makes him go "Ahhhh". Mork also loves to take nature hikes - we went on a 2 mile hike and even though his tongue was dragging he was ready to go for more. Mork will do most anything for a man but accommodates women only if they provide him with magical chicken! He could benefit from an obedience class which may be in his future. A terrier experienced home is just what Mork needs. He's an older boy but doesn't know it. He's James Dean in disguise.

UPDATE 9/12/12: Mr. Mork here! I've been enjoying the cooler weather lately and have taken up a new hobby. When I go outside in the backyard I spend lots of time tracking bunnies and other critters than run around on the ground. I haven't caught anything but the hunt sure is fun! Mork has really turned into quite the tracker but he's not a very good hunter. He enjoys the chase more than the prize. He was so intent on finding the bunny in the shrubs that he didn't notice it making it's great escape. The bunny was laughing from a safe spot while Mork still looked looked for him. Mork recently got groomed much to his surprise! He wasn't happy about the haircut while it was happening but he was SOOOO happy when it was done. Hot dogs and cheese will make this boy forgive you for cutting his hair! He will do almost anything for food. Mork needs a terrier experienced home to help him learn how to properly hunt bunnies.

UPDATE 7/12/12: Hey - it's me, Mork! Just wanted to let you know that I am a cool guy when a situation might be tough. I was on a long walk with my foster mom when we came upon a pit bull hanging out in his front yard. He started checking me out and slowly walking my direction. His mom was watering flowers and watching all of us. The big pit bull was peeking around the tree at me. My foster mom told me to sit and I did. Mr. Pit Bull was checking me out and I just smiled! We crossed the street and continued our great walk. I never barked at the big guy! Foster mom was impressed. This was a good test for Mork - he saw a big unfamiliar dog on a walk and completely ignored him. Mork looked to me for guidance and did very well. I wasn't worried about Mr. Pit Bull since I know he's highly trained and obedient. This was the first time Mork had experienced a BIG strange dog on a walk. He was a good boy. Mork has springs on his feet and loves walks. He's looking for a special someone to be his TV buddy!

UPDATE 6/13/12: Mork here, and I want to tell you what I have discovered - apples, little green apples, right off the tree. I like to sniff around the apple trees looking for them after a good wind! I also like snooping in the bushes for chipmunks and squirrels. Birds flying around are fun to watch too. I like to watch and chase nature. Foster mom says I need an agility course so I can jump, run and maneuver to my heart's content. I showed her how well I can jump when I got a toy off the top of a 4-foot chest! I was so happy with the toy until I had to give it back. Mom here - Mork is a dog that loves to go on walks. Sometimes he likes to let you know he doesn't like something you've asked him to do. Then once he's made his opinion known he does what you asked him, just to show you he can. A terrier-experienced home would have a blast with this guy!

UPDATE 4/16/12: Mork continues to look for a lap to watch his favorite tv shows, which happen to be whatever anyone is watching! He is learning that he doesn't always get his way and sometimes people are right. He loves treats and will gladly do anything to get one. Just yesterday Mork made a huge discovery in the back yard. A dead bird - every Cairn boy's dream! He swooped up the bird proudly parading it around the yard with bird feet and head sticking out of his mouth. Foster parents were not as thrilled as Mork was with his treasure. Foster mom got a treat to trade for the bird. Mork sat very politely looking at her, bird still in mouth, talking with his eyes "That's all you got?" So foster mom laid the treat on the deck. Mork did one more victory lap around the yard. He then politely dropped the bird on the deck taking the treat. Not one sound did he make! This guy is a character who needs a human to be his leader in fun and frivolity.

UPDATE 1/31/12: Mork loves to be near his person, and prefers to be on a lap! If you are looking for a lap buddy then Mork is your guy. He gets along great with the resident Cairns here; just blends in with the rest of the pack. I must say again that as much as this boy loves to jump and climb, he’s a dog that might really enjoy agility. He is a typical Cairn who needs someone who will be consistent with his training. He listens when he wants to - and protests if he doesn’t like something that you’d like him to do! He just needs an experienced Cairn family who loves the breed, and will work with him and love him! If that could be you then put in your application. He’s here waiting and longing for his own family.

12/12/2011: Mork is adjusting to his foster home after a difficult month spent in a shelter, and following his previous owner's declining health and progressive inability to care for him. He was very stressed by all the moves, but is gradually settling in. He is a darling little imp, who has the charming "sidewise head tilt" down to a fine art when I’m speaking to him. He's a rather strong-willed lad, curious, and loves to jump and climb. Thus far, he's resistant to being confined or restricted by foster mom, except that he goes readily into his crate when asked and offered a treat. He practices ‘selective hearing’ which so many Cairns are good at; at least when foster mom asks him to do something he doesn't want to do. He has great energy, and would enjoy being active with his human. He needs to be loved by a terrier experienced person, or couple, who enjoy training with positive methods and understand the value of consistency for a dog who has been without much stability in his life of late.

Adoption Application [cm1212][0212]
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Organization	Dog Name	Age	M/F	Post Date
Southern Indiana Animal Rescue	Ollie, ID : 17567722	4 1/2 years old	M	04-29-2013	Courtesy Posting: Dog may no longer be available

IOWA

Organization	Dog Name	Age	M/F	Post Date
AHeinz57 Pet Rescue & Transport, Inc	Bambi, ID : 19782312 (Mix)	10 years old	F	05-11-2013	Courtesy Posting: Dog may no longer be available

KANSAS


	Name:	Banff
	Age:	Born 12/20/2004
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	13.6 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	KS Foster Home; Topeka
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 3/24/13: Banff has made remarkable progress this week in terms of playing with the resident dogs. She also has enjoyed exploring the yard and playing with toys. She has moderate energy, but will engage in some pretty intense zooming with the resident dogs. Her favorite playmate here is my brother's visiting Boston Terrier. He is a big boy, but Banff is not a bit intimidated by him even though she is a very petite little girl. Banff has even found a fool-proof way to deal with the resident female Cairn, Maggie, who likes to show superiority by taking Banff's favorite bed. Banff handled that situation by doing a few sniffs and then jumping up on Maggie's bed. Banff is smart, and realizes that unnecessary conflict is not worth the trouble. She also recognizes a very scientific principle of physics: "when two beds are several feet apart, a resident Cairn cannot occupy both". Banff is a foster whom I can trust to be given more freedom in the home than I normally give. She is in great health, young for her age, very beautiful and sweet. She would be fine while you work as long as she has another dog with her. She is very reliable on housebreaking, and always uses the doggie door when it is available to her.

UPDATE 3/6/13: Hi, it's me, Banff here in Kansas. Don't think that I have forgotten my Forever Family is somewhere out there, but I have been all snuggled up for the winter with my Foster Mom and her Furkids. It is still cold and windy here, but the snow is slowly melting and I have ventured out to play. Play? Yes! A few months ago, I had no idea how much fun it could be to run and play. One of the fur boys here (who has a crush on me-'wink') said that Spring is not too far away, and that the birds and squirrels will be coming on our property. Guess I will try to figure out what his concern is. He is a hyper red Cairn boy, and to tell you the truth I am not sure if everything is quite right above the collar! I get along with all the dogs here, even 'Miss Snooty' the brunette Cairn girl who has not stared at me as much as she did before. I am a blond, so maybe she believes that 'blonds have more fun'. Could be some jealousy there, you never know. In addition to the Cairns, I am living with the resident Scottie (a cute little blond guy) and a lovely Collie lady. The Collie was so nice when we had two feet of snow a few weeks ago. She plowed a path for us dogs with the wee legs so that we could get outside to do our duties. So you can see why Foster Mom is so proud of me: I get along with dogs of different sizes and personalities, do my potty necessities outside, and am learning to trust and find joy that I never knew before. I am starting to play with the resident dogs and with these squeaky things called ‘toys’. I love my soft bed, enjoy good food and treats, and like being brushed and pampered. I am also curious and very smart. Well, Forever Family-I just wanted to check in and let you know that you can make me your little ‘snuggle bug’ whenever you are ready. I love everyone here, but I really want my very own home. I am very easy to love.

‘Your Very Own’, Banff

01/22/2013: Please let me introduce Miss Banff, a beautiful little wheaten girl with curious, expressive eyes and a kind disposition. Banff has settled in nicely, does well with the resident dogs, has a head start on her housebreaking, and is reported by the vet to be in great shape for just having delivered puppies. While she is very comfortable with the other dogs, she let the resident male Cairn know in no uncertain terms that she would not tolerate "fresh advances" from him. Did my little alpha boy back off? In no uncertain terms he did! Miss Banff is a lady now, and ready to enjoy the second half of her life. Currently she is enjoying her new-found freedom, and while a bit hand shy with people, has shown interest and the beginnings of trust. Banff is still in the evaluation period, but will be ready for adoption soon.

Adoption Application [mn0122][0512]
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	Name:	Cloak
	Age:	Born 6/12/2002
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	17 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	KS Foster Home; Kansas City
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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Geri Pentz [0421]

IMO Richard L. Jones [0307]

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UPDATE 1/12/13: More progress with Cloak! She is a actually enjoying being touched - at least in the dark quiet early morning hours. I have felt her nose lightly exploring my face at night. I have made it a habit when I wake up or roll over in the night to touch her and pet her. Now sometimes she will let me pull her over against me for a full body snuggle. She is not at all reluctant to sleep by my pillow and has actually jumped up on the bed twice! She has also learned (it must be in their DNA) to move crosswise in the bed to take up more space if I roll away from her. She has not entertained belly rubs, but if she is on her side she will lift a leg up to give me easier access to scratch under her harness. She still cringes when I reach for her in the house and is afraid when outdoors but still, more baby steps to celebrate!

UPDATE 10/20/12: Cloak's trust in foster mom continues to grow, though ever so slowly. She loves being outside with the other dogs, especially the boys! Touching still causes her to go rigid with fear at first, though she relaxes faster all the time. She doesn't panic when being picked up like she did at first. foster mom put an extra bed in the bedroom and insisted that Cloak come in to sleep in the same room with everyone else. At first it took a leash to take her to bed. Now she is the first one down the hall! Taking bonding one step further (Shhh, don't tell the Col. Potter people!), foster mom picks Cloak up, cuddles her for a minute and puts her in bed next to foster mom. At first she had to be held in place for quite some time (cutting into foster mom's bedtime reading). Now she is rigid for 2 or 3 minutes before relaxing and laying quietly. She usually spends all night there too. Alas, it is still an ordeal to catch her outside, but progress is being made.

UPDATE 8/11/12: Cloak has added a few new tricks to her repertoire! Tail wagging (she loves to go outside), grass rolling (it feels SO good to be free), initiating play (she LOVES her foster brothers), picking up toys (though she doesn't yet know what to do with them), the occasional zoom around the yard and (sparingly) coming up to foster mom willingly for some scritches. She still startles at every noise and has to drag a leash for retrieval purposes, but she is gradually learning to be a dog! Hooray for Cloak!

UPDATE 6/25/12: Do you have a heart big enough for unconditional love? Do you have a huge supply of patience? Can you love a dog who sorely needs it and expects little from you in return? Do you have a soft bed in a quiet corner where Cloak can watch your household activities? With regular nutritious meals and soft, kind words? Cloak asks nothing more. While not as fearful as she once was, it’s taking her a very long time to learn trust. She needs time, and patience, and love.

So. Do you want to be the one rewarded with the first sincere wag of her tail? The recipient of her first shy hand kiss? The deep undying love she will have for the first person she learns to truly trust? She is no trouble at all, leaving her bed willingly only to eat, drink and go out to potty. She has not had an accident for months and goes out to potty and comes back in by herself if given access. She knows what "go out to potty" means. Cloak deserves a very special home. Would that be yours?

UPDATE 4/8/12: Cloak still struggles to relax because there’s so much fear remaining! But there are more signs of "normal" appearing. She goes out on the deck for potty, because she’s learned what "outside" means and goes out on her own. She does her own private happy dance at meal time. I can hear her nails on the floor and her tags jingle but when I peek around the corner she leaps for her bed. She sits up and licks her chops when I head in with dinner even if she still prefers eating in private. Also, she sits up and leans over so she can watch what foster Mom is doing near her 'apartment'.

UPDATE 2/21/22: More baby steps forward for my little foster girl. Cloak gets out of bed in the morning and comes to the baby-gate to meet Foster Mom with little wags, even though she usually has to jump back in her safe bed before Mom actually gets to her. Mom leaves the gate down all day, relatively assured that Cloak won't go anywhere. But several times when Mom went by, Cloak had to turn and jump back in bed because she had been 3 or 4 feet out of the room 'exploring'. She has been out in the yard only on a long leash because it is not certain that she would allow herself to be caught when it’s time to come back in. Cloak does pretty well on the leash as long as it doesn't get caught on something. That scares her. Forming a trust-bond is slow going - but so rewarding!

UPDATE 1/19/12: Cloak is making baby steps, and that is really huge! She now makes steady eye contact with foster mom, takes treats from her hand with tight little wags and lets herself be picked up. She is still afraid of the TV with the flashing lights and confusing sounds but is getting more comfortable with household sounds like the vacuum and dishwasher. While she would rather Mom leave the room while she eats, she has a great appetite and is food motivated which is making her transition easier. I'm sure each report here will show more progress. Check back here for further updates on Cloak!

12/21/2011: After spending years in a breeding cage, Cloak is understandably reluctant to trust all the changes in her life. She spends most of her time in her crate just watching the goings on in her new world. I'm not sure I blame her! She does come out to go outdoors to go potty and once she’s comfortable with that process, I’m sure she’ll start to relax and enjoy her freedom. Cloak is a beautiful girl with a lustrous thick coat and melt-your-heart brown eyes. We are taking it one baby step at a time so watch this space to follow her progress.

Adoption Application [lb1221][0113]
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	Name:	Clown
	Age:	~3 yrs
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	13 lbs.
	Color:	Red Brindle
	Location:	KS Foster Home; Salina
	Special Considerations:	No Cats
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UPDATE 4/7/13: Hello all! I have been making small but good progress as time goes on. I am getting less fearful of sleeping or hanging out in front of humans. I still love my Cairn sister Mika, my Cairn brother Wally and my German Shepherd sister Maya. My mom and dad are trying to do petting exercises with me so I can learn not to fear being touched by people. Recently I have discovered the doggy door. I was very curious about the dog door and just the other day I discovered how to go out of it. I am still learning that outside may not be as scary as I initially feared. I saw a bunny and was very curious. I am growing in confidence every day - slowly but surely!

UPDATE 3/25/13: Hello all! I have moved to my new foster home in Topeka, KS. I have 3 dog friends now! The first one is Mika, a female Cairn (she looks a lot like me), Maya is a German Shepherd girl who is 2.5 months old and growing everyday, and my favorite boy Wally, a blonde male Cairn terrier. When I first got here I refused to leave my cage, but after a week here I don't want to go back into it. I have too much fun hanging out with my new foster sisters and brother. I still am scared of people but my new foster mom and dad are working with me, and showing the patience I need, to overcome these fears.

UPDATE 10/12/12: My foster mom has taken me to a puppy class a couple of times, and I have never seen so many strangers. I was so scared! I didn't know what to do. I did get to play with all the puppies in the class and that was fun, because I didn't have to be touched by people. While a lot of people were there, when the puppies play the humans just stand up and watch. When 12 puppies are running around I didn't get a chance not to play, because if I was moving someone would run and chase me and bug me to play. They also have these things on the wall so I can see myself and I can't believe how good looking I am! I am looking for my fur-ever home, but I need someone who is willing to take time and realize that I am scared of "everything". I am not potty trained yet, but I am potty pad trained. So I just need lots of time and patience.

UPDATE 8/30/12: It's been a while since I have given an update, but I am still afraid of a lot of things. My foster mom doesn't scare me as much, but the world has so many things that make me nervous. I don't much like going outside or on walks, so for me, everything is baby steps. I spend a lot of time in my pen because I am most comfortable in small spaces. I like my foster mom's office because it is small, too. I will lay down behind her chair or near her feet, but when she gets up I usually try to get out of the way. There are things I love to do though. With the help of my foster brothers and sisters I have learned to tear up toys - I am really good at it! I like playing with my foster brothers and sister because we have a lot of fun, and if they leave me out I will bark at them or try to find a way to get them to play with me. My foster mom keeps telling me next month we are going to a puppy class. She says it will help me learn to trust other people, and get me ready for my forever home. I'll let you know how it goes, so check back later.

07/23/2012: Hi everyone, my name is Clown. While my name would imply that I am happy, I am not that kind of dog. Yet. I came from a breeding facility and I am afraid of most everything I see. My foster mom is very easy-going with me and that is what I need. This whole world is such a big and scary place. I had never seen a TV, but I am not scared of it anymore. I am so happy my foster mom has lots of other Cairns to play with. I have finally gotten to the point I will lay down near my foster mom, but most of the time I just hide in my crate or in my pen. My foster mom holds me several times a day and I am starting to trust her more, but this weekend my foster dad came home for the first time in a month. I hid from him all weekend. I did let him pet me twice, but only because my foster mom was holding me. Foster mom tries to get me to trust by giving me lots of treats. I’m not ready to go home with you just yet but I will come through these fears and be a stronger girl, just wait and see.

Adoption Application [ct0723][0407]
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	Name:	Joanne
	Age:	Born 12/1/2003
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	19 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	KS Foster Home; Tecumseh
	Special Considerations:	Needs eye drops
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UPDATE 5/4/13: Joanne is the mellowest Cairn ever. She is sweet, quiet and dignified. On a walk she is more of an ambler, stopping frequently to smell the roses - and anything else of interest. Her idea of decorating is ALL the toys out of the toy box! She roots to the bottom, carefully selects each one, solemnly inspects it - and goes back for another. She plays with them briefly - the selection is her game. If you are looking for a couch buddy who is no trouble all, Joanne is your girl. She would like to be adopted with her lifelong companion, Paul.

03/10/2013: Joanne is a mild mannered lady who tends to go with the flow. She gets along with the others dogs in the foster home, but so far doesn't participate in play with them. She seems to be close to housebroken and will sometimes ask to go out. She has dry eye and needs drops put in several times a day. She will at first move away when I go to pick her up at medication time, but soon rolls over for a tummy rub and then is quite co-operative when the drops are given. Joanne would rather not go into her crate at meal time or bed time, but does sleep there quietly at night. Day time is another matter as she loves to be with foster mom so much, she will bark to be let out of the crate. Joanne came to Col. Potter with her fur-sibling Paul and they've been together for many years. Col. Potter would like them to be adopted together. They'll give you double Cairn love!

Adoption Application [kj0310][0505]
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	Name:	Paul
	Age:	Born 5/2/2001
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	10.6 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	KS Foster Home; Tecumseh
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 5/4/13: If you are looking for lots of Cairn in a little package you need to take a look at Paul! He is busy and fun-loving with the energy of a much younger dog. While his eyes are not blue like the 'other' Paul he is every bit the lover. He is never too busy to stop for a snuggle with Foster Mom. He is up to date on vaccinations and sleeps quietly in his crate at night. He would really like to be adopted with his lifelong companion, Joanne.

03/10/2013: Paul is the cutest little old man - a lot of love in a small 10.6 pound package. His tail is always wagging in greeting and in hopes of some nice petting and talk. He doesn't interact much with the other dogs in the house. He prefers the little nest he has made in a basket in the laundry. Paul has accessorized his nest with several toys from the toy box. He eagerly hops in his crate when foster mom says to, so he can get his meals or his good-night treat and sleeps there quietly at night. We're working diligently on housebreaking. He wears a belly band in the house and we make sure that he goes outside to potty frequently during the day. Paul came to Col. Potter with his fursibling Joanne and they've been together for many years. Col. Potter would like them to be adopted together. They'll keep you in double Cairn kisses!


	Name:	ShyAnne
	Age:	Born 4/24/05
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	22.4 lbs.
	Color:	Red Wheaten
	Location:	KS Foster Home; Topeka
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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05/05/2013: Hi all you Cairn lovers out there! I just came to my foster home last Saturday and I loved it here right away! My mom says I'm the easiest foster they have ever had. I know where I'm supposed to go potty, like all my fur siblings, and I like the cat living here (she doesn't like me, but my mom said don't worry, the cat never likes any dogs). I especially like to sleep on my mom and dad's laps. My mom says I do need to lose a little weight, so I am eating less and getting my exercise running in the backyard and taking walks with my fur sibling and mom. I'm ready to come and snuggle up in your lap and be your best forever friend.

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KENTUCKY

LOUISIANA

MAINE

MARYLAND


	Name:	Elyse
	Age:	10 yrs Born 1/10/2002
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	22 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	MD Foster Home; Bowie
	Special Considerations:	Severe allergies; No Cats
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Theresa Barnaby [1027]

GUARDIAN ANGELS:
Janice Wang Smyth
Dawn Holland
Sharon Shemeley
Ryan Kennedy
Ellen Ours
The Iaccheis
Gina Gregory
Lauraleen O'Connor
in memory of Mo's Mom, Peggy

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UPDATE 2/22/13: Elyse is doing very well with her allergy shots. She went in for a dental, did fine and did not lose any teeth. Elyse just loves to be close to my side at all times, so she is going to need a mom or dad who loves being very close with her. I found out the other day that she is a very good nurse. I was home sick and each time I would lie down, she was right in bed with me lying by my head. Every 45 minutes or so she would reach over and give me a few kisses on the cheek just to make sure I was OK. This is the kind of love Elyse will give to her forever mom/dad. She also loves being with, and playing with, our dogs. Elyse must have been a good mother because she is forever cleaning our dogs. If you feel you could stand all this love Elyse has to offer - then get an application in.

UPDATE 1/27/13: Since my last update, Elyse had a small set back. Her allergies were so bad when we started giving her biweekly shots, it turned out that schedule did not work. Elyse began chewing herself from the itching, and I caught it right away so she did not chew too much, but now we are back to giving weekly allergy shots. She is a real trouper! Elyse is on special food and treats and she'll need to stay on a strict diet for her lifetime. Even through all of this, she is still a very happy girl that loves to run and play. Elyse loves to clean our dogs all the time - I guess she could be called a clean freak - and our dogs just sit there and let her clean them. She also loves to be right beside me when ever I am sitting. Elyse is now available for adoption so if you are interested, put your application in and then we can start talking about Elyse's conditions.

UPDATE 12/31/12: Elyse had a very good Christmas with us this year. She behaved very well with all the excitement going on. She even tried opening the presents Santa brought her and she loved all of them. Elyse loves playing with her toys. She’s also finished the weekly shots for her allergies and now starts getting them every two weeks for the next 2 months. We are hoping that she will be okay getting them this far apart. We will be watching her closely to make sure she does not start chewing herself. Elyse is not available for adoption yet, but if you think you might be the right home for this adorable, loving girl then get an application in and we could start talking about what her needs are. I know she would love to have a brother and/or sister to play with.

UPDATE 10/27/12: Elyse is responding very well to the allergy shots she is getting. First she was getting a shot every 4 days, and now she gets them every 7 days. Her hair is growing back very nicely. We have found 3 different kinds of kibble she can eat and a few cans of food. She loves all the food so far that we have given her. She loves to be with both humans and her four legged friends. She still has a lot to say if you are willing to listen to her. Sometimes if you do not listen she will bump you with her head. The more toys she has the happier she is. Elyse will sit on her butt and hold her paws up when you offer her a treat. She is not ready to be adopted right at this moment but if you are willing to give her the attention she needs, it's time to get an application in. Elyse is everything you could ever ask for in a Cairn!

09/12/2012: Elyse has been with us for just over a month, and we have nicknamed her Molly. Elyse was an owner surrender and came to Col. Potter with a very bad skin condition. Elyse has been diagnosed with severe allergies. Her allergies consist of most trees, grass, mold, cats, fleas and some foods. We have Elyse on a very strict diet and she is doing very well on the food we give her. Elyse has started allergy shots and she is responding well to those too. Elyse will have to continue taking allergy shots for a long time.

Elyse is a loving girl, giving out a lot of kisses, and she loves to be near her foster mom. She loves to play with toys and with the resident dogs. She has learned how to use our doggie door, so she's good about doing all her business outside. Elyse is quite vocal; she always has something to say. She sleeps well in her crate at night. This is the only time she stops talking!

When she becomes available she will need a Mom or Dad willing to give her shots. She would enjoy having a canine brother or sister to play with too. A good home for Elyse would be one that has very little grass and trees around. Arizona? New Mexico? She is not a girl that should be taken for walks in the woods or to parks.

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MASSACHUSETTS

MICHIGAN


	Name:	Quebec
	Age:	Born 11/01/2004
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	14 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	MI Foster Home; Port Huron
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 3/24/13: Quebec is a confident little girl, somewhat independent, but she LOVES when you interact with her and her toys. She particularly loves to play "tug-o-war", or have you pretend to chase her to get the soft "Lamb-Chop" toy she likes to carry in her mouth. Also, Quebec has a new pastime - she likes to sit on a big footstool in front of the living room window observing passersby. Quebec is smart, too. She knows how to tell time because she is always sitting in the window at the exact time Foster Mom comes home from work. Upon Foster Mom's arrival, Quebec runs to the back door for a joyful greeting. Besides loving people, probably part of Quebec's enthusiastic response at a homecoming is the knowledge that Foster Mom will immediately let Quebec outside where she can check for "critters". Recently, Quebec demonstrated just how clever she can be when Foster Mom washed her favorite toy while Quebec was outside. Foster Mom hid the toy out of sight on a low shelf in a bathroom in front of a heat register facing a wall in order to dry. When Quebec came in the house she immediately noted her "baby" was missing and tracked it down within a few minutes. Foster Mom did a double take when she saw Quebec proudly prancing with her toy in her mouth!

UPDATE 1/13/13: While waiting for her Forever family, Quebec has decided to occupy herself with backyard "critter patrol". Quebec is remarkably agile and fast and can zoom (actually she looks like she is flying) off the deck faster than a speeding bullet. She is also able to leap up trees and fences in a single bound - actually she hurls herself at least 3 feet high in joyful pursuit of "prey". Neither snow nor rain nor gloom of night can stay this Cairn from her self-appointed rounds. After the big post-Christmas snow storm in Michigan, Quebec didn't bother to wait for Foster Mom to shovel the deck backyard path - Quebec enthusiastically plowed through knee deep (Foster Mom's knees!) snow to make sure there had been no squirrel security breech. Quebec ended up looking like the abominable snowdog, covered from head to tail in countless mini snowballs. Fortunately, Quebec is very well-mannered during a bath and is not afraid of a hair blow-dryer so it was easy to transform her from snowdrift back to Cairn. What Quebec liked best about the whole adventure was the towel rub-down. Quebec loves-loves-LOVES a massage, particularly behind the ears, so Quebec is hoping her Forever family knows how to give massages. In return, Quebec can show them that she knows how to give lots of Cairn kisses.

11/18/2012: There is a new girl in Michigan ready to start a new life! Her name is Quebec (Becky) and she is a sweet, petite "strawberry blond". Becky's personality is friendly, outgoing, and her tail always seems to be wagging with happiness. Basically she is quiet, calm, mellow - but she is also constantly curious and likes to investigate everything that happens in the house. Becky likes to follow her Foster Mom all around, but she can also entertain herself with toys if Foster Mom is too busy to play. She also loves to constantly carry toys around from room to room. Foster Mom has to be careful because Becky feels that any stray socks left on the floor are considered "fair game". Becky has proven to be very adaptable. She has already learned to go up and down stairs. But she has made progress most quickly in learning to luxuriate on soft dog bed cushions. She is crated at night and has been keeping that dry and clean. She is up to date on all her vaccinations, is heartworm negative, was recently spayed, and had a dental exam with no extractions. Becky has only been in foster care for one week so she is not yet ready for her forever home. But if you are looking for a sofa buddy to snuggle beside you, then Becky is a perfect choice!

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MINNESOTA


	Name:	Addy
	Age:	5 yrs Born 7/24/07
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	18 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	MN Foster Home; Shoreview
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 5/7/13: This little peanut is going to need a special Mama or Set of Mama's! Men, and this girl - are a no-no! She was severely abused at a young age, and clearly by a man, from what has been assessed. She doesn't do well with small children or other dogs. She is fear aggressive and has many fear and trust issues so she is going to need someone who will take the time to understand her and be patient and kind, caring and loyal, and take it slow with her; someone who will love her and continue to work with her. In her 5 years of life she's already lived in 6 homes and doesn't know who to love or what to call home. Who wouldn't be confused and upset? If you have the heart and the spirit, this girl NEEDS YOU!

02/23/2013: Addy is spunky - and chunky. She is currently on a no-grain limited ingredient high quality dog food to help some of that weight come off. She also thinks she should be running the show here in her foster home, but we’re helping her to understand more she’s part of a pack – not the leader. She knows some commands and hand signals and is enrolled in an obedience class. She loves to play ball, but hasn’t figured out ‘drop it’ just yet. We’re also working on ‘heel’ when the weather permits walking. She loves to walk, but we’re covered in snow and have been for a while. Come spring, she will be a happy camper, and more activity will help her drop her extra weight.

Addie also likes to chill on the couch, lay across your lap. She wants to cuddle but isn’t sure how much she trusts just yet and makes it on her terms ONLY. She will need a home who understands a strong willed Cairn and knows how to gently maintain the upper hand. With time and consistency Addy will learn she can count on love and stability.

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	Name:	Kevin Patrick
	Age:	~8 yrs
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	15 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	MN Foster Home; Minneapolis
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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05/05/2013: Whoever adopts Kevin Patrick is in for a real treat! Since coming into Col. Potter, Kevin Patrick is embracing a whole new way to be a dog - and it's exciting to watch. I do not doubt he was well cared for prior to coming into my home as a foster, but watching him learn to adjust to living in a house in the city has been encouraging. Here are the reasons, in no particular order:

1. Kevin Patrick is not a hyper dog. But, he is still adjusting to urban life and is, at this time, nervous and darting. When he wants to, he can do graceful flying leaps onto and off furniture - it's most fun to see!

2. Kevin Patrick is fascinated by his reflection in glass. He may stand up on his hind legs and hold that pose to get a better look a himself.

3. Kevin Patrick watches TV. I don't think he's seen it before. He likes nature shows.

4. Kevin Patrick listens. He knows what "No" means and he comes when he is called. All you've got to do is talk to him.

5. Kevin Patrick likes to take up residence on my lap.

6. Mysteriously, Kevin Patrick does not seem to be treat motivated-yet. He is gradually learning about treats. It's gratifying to see a dog learn about the good little tidbits in life!

7. Kevin Patrick gets along great with the resident dogs and cat. Once he relaxes a bit, I hope to see them play together.

8. Kevin Patrick is not a noisy dog. He has a quiet bark, even when he's pawing at the window at a squirrel on the other side.

Kevin Patrick is jumpy about some of the city noises, but I see him starting to develop into a more urban-savvy dog. He loves his walks and behaves well on leash. Still, squirrels must beware. A technician came to the house to work on the satellite system. Kevin Patrick glued himself to my lap and did not take his eyes off the man. Was it because of the tool belt? The uniform? The equipment? My conclusion, during these first two weeks in my foster care, is that Kevin Patrick is a loving dog and a keen observer, aspiring to learn the mysteries of living in an urban environment. This country boy is adaptable, curious and above all - sweet. And did I mention handsome?

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Organization	Dog Name	Age	M/F	Post Date
Crossroads Animal Shelter	DARWIN (Mix)	2 years old	M	05-22-2013	Courtesy Posting: Dog may no longer be available

MISSISSIPPI

MISSOURI


	Name:	Chrysler
	Age:	Born 1/1/06
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	17.5 lbs.
	Color:	Black
	Location:	MO Foster Home; Sullivan
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 6/18/13: Do you have a fenced yard, an extra bowl, patience, and room in your heart to love a skittish Cairn girl? That is what Chrysler is looking for in her forever family. She playfully mouths my hands, impatient for me to give her some attention while I'm putting belly bands on the boys here. She takes up residence on the doggie bed at my feet when I'm in the kitchen on the computer, resting her head on the back of one of the others in the pack here. She's right against me when I'm on the couch but is starting to enjoy playing with squeaky toys with some of the other dogs. Chrysler is scared of men - when there's not a man in the house, she freely goes outside, will even play with a ball in the yard, potties, and trots back inside when called. She still isn't comfortable around my husband, even with gentle persuasion to enjoy his company. She will tolerate being handled by a man, so perhaps eventually, with patience and time, she'll come out of her shell around them. Chrysler prefers a yard to be comfortable enough to do her business - being on a leash is still too much of a threat to her feeling secure right now. All said, Chrysler would be the perfect Cairn in a household with females.

UPDATE 4/12/13: Do you need your yard cleared of critters? Chrysler LOVES to sweep the perimeter of the yard, making sure there are no intruders! She and our youngest dog race to the fence where a rabbit took shelter for the winter under a bush on the outside. They delight in seeing who will arrive first to that spot to do “rabbit duty”. She is scared to walk on a leash and will need a secure, fenced yard for now to do her pottying, but she is quick in getting it done and ready to be back inside. Like a lot of dogs kept for commercial breeding, Chrysler is scared of men and will find a spot to hide if given the chance when a man is moving about the house. She does enjoy being placed on their laps for skritches, although she shies from direct eye contact. She is foster mom’s shadow and gets along great with all the other dogs here. Getting pictures of her are almost impossible as she’s scared of the camera, but she’s a beautiful black brindle girl, streaked with silver highlights. Chrysler needs a home where patience is plenty, and people have time to help her overcome her fears about all the newness that comes with family life inside a home.

02/14/2013: Chrysler is a beautiful black Cairn with gray markings around her eyes and muzzle. She's very timid and unsure of life inside a house (and all the noises that come with it). The television was a scary, flashing, loud contraption when she first arrived two weeks ago, so we turned overhead lights on and used subtitles to keep the volume low and let her adjust. She's also not as comfortable around men as she is with women, so my husband is lavishing her with praise and snuggle time, working to win her over. Chrysler is a smart girl and is catching on to house-training quickly. She's also quiet. I don't think we've heard more than just a couple of barks. We are working on walking on a leash and building confidence so she doesn't have the desire to be invisible. She's not quite ready for her Forever Family, but when she is, I'm sure she'll have a line of applicants waiting to adopt her.

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	Name:	LaVon
	Age:	Born 6/13/2010
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	11 lbs.
	Color:	Dark Brindle
	Location:	MO Foster Home; Sullivan
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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05/19/2013: LaVon is a petite little Cairn, and she loves attention! If you talk to her she'll smile, showing her pearly little whites - and even talk back. She gets along great with the pack here, and she's especially fond of the other smaller, young dogs. She enjoys lap time and is more the snuggler type than the active lifestyle dog. LaVon would love a home where someone is home a great deal, and another dog to be her pal would fit the bill perfectly!

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MONTANA

NEBRASKA

NEVADA

NEW HAMPSHIRE

NEW JERSEY


	Name:	Basque
	Age:	5 yrs Born 2/12/2008
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	14 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	NJ Foster Home; Kendall Park
	Special Considerations:	No other dogs
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Razzel & James [0112]

Valerie Pokrywa [0128]

GUARDIAN ANGELS:
Jeannette Maturo
Carrie Cleinman
in memory of Kixx
Patricia MacQueen
Laurie Linton
Janet Hanson
Rebecca Chewning
Finlay
Ellamarie Braley
Kitty Kinnavy
Zoe Kavanagh
Rosemary
Kiara & Ruthie
Lexie & Heather Hoffman in MI
Julie Mayberry
In Honor of Laura Parlow & Sarut
Kenzie, Hammy, Bristol & Jack
Shelby, Nebbie, Catera
Florence Vasallo
Judy Racher
Opie & Frosty
Miss Saffy & Isadora Noel
Sandy Tiller
Stacey Dean
Liz Romick
Pam's Cairns in Nebraska
David Unger
Amy Roberts
Dunc, Mags, Flynn & Darby
Pam Vojtas
Carla & Scooter Luedeman
Betty & Kylie
Geri & Joe Pentz
Linda Bagley
Ron Kowalski
Dilys Anne Williams
Maggie & McKenzie
Mary Brown

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UPDATE 1/6/13: We brought in the New Year playing Cairn games: leaping and chasing and tug of war! Oh does Basque enjoy her foster sisters and do they enjoy her. She has even helped one of her most shy foster sisters who has never played before. Basque is very social with other dogs and still continues to need canine companionship. Our little Basque still prefers women over men and will find a place to hide when a man enters the room. With a familiar man, it’s on Basque's terms if she will let you pick her up. Basque prefers to have children stay in their own homes and she is not too keen on teens either, but will tolerate them if they ignore her. She barks at them to go away though. We keep working on that. Basque prefers an older gentle and kind woman.

Basque's health has been good over these last few months. She can distinguish between Foster Mom examining her to make sure none of those pesky growths sneak up on us; there is one right now that we are watching. She will jump away when I do a skin check but will stay for petting and treats. I guess she can read that body language. Basque is such an enjoyable girl. Basque's ‘bark notification’ system is still working very well. She will make sure you’ve heard that doorbell, or that someone is coming up the stairs or down the hall. Basque is very smart and responds well to most commands, but "quiet" isn’t her strong one.

UPDATE 12/2/12: My foster family's relatives came for Thanksgiving and OH MY, there were LOTS of children! I have to admit it was not a pleasant experience. I hid behind the sofa and had accidents because I was very nervous. I definitely cannot handle 11 year old twin girls! Children are very noisy; my poor foster sisters were getting grabbed all the time. I am one of those pups who is still partial to one person. I’m very loyal to that one person and will lay next to them and follow them everywhere. Grandma has been here and I am comfortable with her - I will sit on the sofa with her. I’m trying real hard not to bark at tall people. My human foster brother is tall and he gives me nice treats to help me not be scared of him. I can’t help it, men just aren’t my favorites and I’m always looking to go to my foster mom if someone is holding me. The other goal we are working on is being brushed and being on the grooming table. Foster mom believes my difficulty with being groomed comes from all the vet visits checking for tumors.

UPDATE 11/12/12: The latest on Basque is she has not had any cancerous growths form the past 4 months. She likes throwing her chew toys in the air and playing with them. She has a safe spot in the corner of the living room and still moves along the wall, although she will occasionally come out in the open. She goes to her safe spot when people come over, but what she has been doing in this special place is taking toys from the toy box and putting them in her corner. She takes her time picking out the toys that go in the corner. She is still very fearful of strangers but she is now becoming curious. Basque loves walks especially when there aren’t a lot of people and cars around. If there are, she tends to try to run in the opposite direction. We have also found her to be a very passive pup and she will not challenge another pup or will walk away if another pup takes something of hers. As mentioned in the past Basque can’t make it the whole night without going to the bathroom. So we came up with a solution that works for her and us. We put a potty pad in the kitchen and she will use that at night or if she has to go when we are gone during the day. This little girl is also a very loyal pup. I had surgery recently and she has not left my side. She lies at my feet or the top of the chair most of the day. Her next favorite person is my elderly mother who is visiting. Basque sits next to her and walks right up to her. She is coming closer for treats too, so there are positive changes being made.

UPDATE 8/28/12: Our little girl had a few more bumps on her skin that needed to be removed and all her Guardian Angels have helped enormously. Thank you so much! Basque is doing fine and is playing very well with her foster sisters. She is happy as ever and always keeps us entertained. Basque is still very cautious around strangers, especially men. We have found she warms up to older women quickly, especially her foster grandma. We have also made headway on walking and she no longer tries to pull away when we see other people on walks. She would still rather avoid children, because they are a bit too noisy for her, but she will peek at them from a distance. Basque’s house training is coming along; her clues are subtle but if you watch her you can get her out in time. Basque does sleep with us for human bonding purposes so she will grab your hand in the night if she has to go out.

She is a very sweet girl. If I need to pick her up to love on her, or need to pick her up for any other reason, all I need to do is ask her to "pick a spot so I can pick you up". She didn't respond to the command of 'sit' so this ended up as a substitute - and it works! She is responding well to coming to a whistle too. She’s a busy little girl so we have to work with her in very short spurts, because she's easily distracted. This not unusual for a Cairn. And now that she's found her voice, she will let us know if she hears anyone outside.

UPDATE 5/15/12: Since our last note, Basque has been the champion of the hunt and caught her first mouse. I can also tell you she spit it out really fast with a "blech" on her face. Basque has also become a champ at hide-and-go-seek. Yes, in this house tail counts need to happen frequently. Basque has discovered that if her head fits, then the body follows, but if she gets into a tight spot she may not be able to get out. Because this little girl is so quiet, that sends the foster family in a tizzy looking for her. This little trickster can also outsmart almost any baby gate latch, but there are solutions she cannot figure out. It is fun to hide and watch her - she is clever and it's very entertaining. Basque and her foster sisters and brother play just like puppies, tumbling and chasing and just having fun. She loves to run in and out to the fenced back yard, and spends lots of time outside chasing her foster sisters and standing in the doggy pool when it’s hot. She is beginning to play with foster mom and she will now take food from foster dad, but still likes to avoid strangers and children. She likes to snuggle on her terms because she is very busy and she enjoys her own little puppy bed when everyone is relaxing in the evening. This little charmer keeps making strides everyday. Basque is just the sweetest thing!

UPDATE 4/23/12: She’s taking all her toys outside to play with. She hops and bops to greet us at the door. She definitely has found her voice! She will tell you when people are coming and going. She also takes treats out of foster Dad's hands, and will allow him to pick her up, and sit and nap with him.

Basque here: I now let foster mom pick me up. Lots of people came for Easter dinner, and I actually came half-way upstairs to peek at them; so I didn’t hide the whole time. I still run away from little kids and my big human foster brother, but boy if you saw how tall he is, and knew how noisy he was, you would probably run too!

UPDATE 4/10/12: I have grown so much in confidence and happiness and learned that people can be kind and love me and play with me. Okay, enough with the gushy stuff, now I have to tell you what I’ve been up to. First, Foster Mom says I’ve found my inner puppy and I’m enjoying that fun part of my life. One of my foster sister’s loves to wrestle with me. We pull on each other's ears, roll around, and chase each other, “OH do we have fun!” Then we need a big nap. One of the bigger foster sisters watches over us and if we play too rough she barks at us and moves between us. We don’t like that, but we listen to her.

I come when you call my name. And if I don’t come quick and foster mom and dad get a little nervous the bigger dog has a special bark, and boy do I come quick if she barks! You know, because we all have those days we are slow at responding. I am still nervous when the door bell rings and around children, teenagers and men. Foster dad and I can sleep together but I do run from him still sometimes. But I’ll also go in and out of his office and follow him when he works in the garage.

I love to take things out in the back yard - and that means everything! Toys, blankets, pillows, shoes, anything not nailed down. Then, I line them up and play with them. I even tried to drag a humidifier outside. Yep! Of course you know foster mom and dad just watch me start these things and then say "Basque NO." They don’t yell and I don’t do it again, so I learn fast. I’m a good girl!

UPDATE 3/13/12: Yesterday was so nice here all of us fur kids were outside most of the day playing. But then we decided to take naps and I take one right in the sun - did it ever feel good! To my surprise my foster Dad snuck up and took a picture of me while I was asleep. I have been coming to my name but I still don’t want to be picked up. Every once in a while I’ll stop with my back to something and let foster mom and dad pick me up. I am much more settled now that I have my own little bed in the family room, but when there are unfamiliar noises I go check them out. I like to follow Foster Mom around and I sneak around to see what Foster Dad is doing. I have been learning to throw things in the air outside – anything I can find. Foster Dad went out the other day to pick up all the toys and now foster mom and dad know where the missing things went. I had fun hiding them. When Foster Mom comes home I even greet her with wags and jumps and lick her hand. Your friend, Basque

UPDATE 2/26/12: What a change this past week has made for Basque. Her pacing has slowed down and she now jumps into one of the other dog's comfy beds to take a nap. She is playing with her foster sisters, entertaining herself with toys and throwing them up in the air; it is the cutest thing to see. Boy does she have a healthy appetite! Just say breakfast or dinner and she comes running. She has begun to come up to us for treats like the rest of the dogs. She went for a walk in the park this week and was at first very fearful of the other people going by or passing us. On the way back we had bikers, runners and walkers pass us and she just kept walking straight. Today she went for a walk with foster mom around the block to do some leash training. Well this little smart pup was walking on a short loose leash beside foster mom after a few minutes into the walk. Basque will also stay at the curb with cars going by and do her business. We are so proud of her! We just have to keep working on trust and her fear of people. This will be an on going process. She clearly does not like to hear foster dad sing - actually all the furkids have banded together on this point. Our son plays base guitar with a rather large amp and high volume. Basque copes with the sounds of this quite well. Goal for this week is to have more people over so she can see her foster sisters engage with new people.

UPDATE 2/20/12: I am a beautiful red brindle Cairn who was rescued from a breeding facility. Shouldn’t the happily ever after part begin right here? Oh you know there is much more to my story. After nice people help you to freedom from the breeding facilities you go to stay with more nice people called foster Moms and Dads. When I got to my foster house these people watched me real good and discovered there was something wrong with my ear. They called all the Guardian Angels and all the right doctors to take care of me and I’m ALL BETTER! I’m at a new foster home so I can work on not being so scared of people and just learn how to be a happy puppy. These are the things I asked my foster family to help me with: Not running away when someone wants to pet me; calming down so I don’t pace; and walking around the block with confidence. To let you know I’m a big girl I have done all my ‘business’ outside and I am not destructive or anything.

UPDATE 1/27/12: Basque is finally on the road to recovery! She had a bad reaction to the meds after her surgery to remove her entire ear canal. In a couple of days she should get clearance to start playing again and I expect her to make fast progress. Basque is so sweet and is starting to love all the attention she's getting. She is even eating out of my husband’s hand!

UPDATE 1/5/12: Basque is the sweetest dog ever, but she has some ear problems and needs a Guardian Angel to help with the medical bills. She had surgery today to remove a tumor from her right ear. It involved the entire ear canal and if it comes back she'll have to have her entire ear canal removed to prevent future problems. She is so happy despite being in constant pain.

12/30/2011: Basque is a sweet girl who gets along great with the other dogs here in her foster home, but she’s not sure about humans yet! However, she walks well on the leash and loves her walks. She sleeps in her crate through the night without a peep and is well on her way to being potty trained. Because she was rescued from a commercial breeding situation, she hasn't had much contact with humans so she is scared and unsure sometimes. With more love, care and time here in her foster home, she'll begin to cast her fears aside soon!

Adoption Application [dg1230][0401]
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NEW MEXICO

NEW YORK


	Name:	Honora
	Age:	6 yrs Born 1/04/07
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	18 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	NY Foster Home; Mt. Dora
	Special Considerations:	No cats;
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Theresa Barnaby [0421]

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UPDATE 5/9/13: Foster Mom went away for a couple days this week and the resident Cairn and I went to the kennel. If that wasn't bad enough, I heard rumors that we are packing up and heading North on Saturday. At least our NY home has a doggie door leading to the fenced yard.

Foster Mom: Honora heard the right rumor! We are heading back to Long Island on Saturday. Honora will continue waiting patiently for her forever home, but if you have been sitting on the fence thinking about filling out an application - for this girl, or another CP pup - now is the time!

UPDATE 4/24/13: Last week, I took Honora and the resident Cairn to visit my elderly aunt in south Florida for a few days. Honora traveled in her crate with no problems and was not fazed by the change in venue. She met a couple new people and was nicknamed "Foxy". She does look like a small fox with her red highlights. We will be back in NY in a few weeks and hopefully Honora will find her new forever home.

UPDATE 4/10/13: Honora here: Today, foster Mom had a surprise for me - a spa day! Usually, she bathes me weekly with a medicated shampoo, but today she treated me with a spa day along with the resident Cairn. I had the full treatment - shampoo, trim, and pedicure. I was very well behaved for my special day.

Foster Mom: Honora enjoyed her spa day and came home exhausted; too exhausted to hunt. Her newest hobby is hunting geckos on the porch. Thank goodness, she hasn't caught any, yet!
UPDATE 3/10/13: Honora continues to thrive in her foster home. Her favorite activities are eating, napping, and chewing her bone. She gets along well with the resident Cairn, but could be an only dog. Honora still gets an allergy shot every week in addition to daily medication. She will be retested when we return to NY in May. Hopefully these shots are building up her immune system against her allergy triggers.

UPDATE 2/15/13: Honora here: We are so lucky! Our NY hometown was buried in almost 30 inches of snow last week, much too much for Cairn princesses. I cannot imagine having to go outside in that kind of weather to do my business. Our Florida weather continues to be wonderful. My foster Mom walks me every day and I do not bark at trucks or buses anymore.

Foster Mom: Honora's fur is growing in nicely with red highlights. She gets an allergy shot every week and daily meds to combat her skin allergies. Our unusual warm weather and lack of rain means a high pollen count. Fortunately, we got a good rain today that should lower the pollen count and help reduce the itching. This girl is looking for her forever home!

UPDATE 1/27/13: Yesterday, Honora, the resident Cairn, and I participated in a local pet fest, featuring many rescue groups in central Florida. Honora did very well, greeting the other dogs and people with a wagging tail and a smile on her face. Honora is currently resting on the back porch, following her medicated bath, something that has helped her skin. Her leash training has paid off and she responds to a firm "NO" when the garbage truck or school bus come rumbling by. Honora will need continued care for her skin allergies but is ready for her new forever home. Do you have room in your home and heart for this little girl?

UPDATE 1/12/13: Honora here: HELP! I am in Boot Camp. My foster Mom decided I needed some obediance training to stop me from barking at the garbage truck, school buses and other dogs during our walks. Here I thought I was protecting us from these big monsters?! I’m not a demanding girl and I’m housebroken, so what’s the big deal?

Foster Mom: Honora has responded very well to training and does stop barking and lunging at the above mentioned things. She gets lots of praise when she responds to a big ‘NO’, followed by a shake of a soda can with coins inside. Honora has started to enjoy our dog park visits and running with the other dogs. Her skin is still being treated for allergies.

UPDATE 12/30/12: Honora, the resident Cairn, and I have been in Florida for three weeks and she has settled in well. Since I do not have a fenced yard here, she gets walked several times a day and has visited the local dog park. Honora's skin continues to improve and her fur is growing back. She gets allergy shots every four days and is now ready for her forever home. Honora's 6th birthday is next week-will you give her the gift of a forever home?

UPDATE 12/17/12: Honora has moved to Florida for the winter with the resident Cairn and Foster Mom. Honora did well on the two day drive; she rode in her crate and was very quiet. Honora has started on allergy shots and her skin is improving. Her hair is starting to grow back and she is much more comfortable. Hopefully, this little girl will be ready for adoption soon. I'll keep you posted on her progress.

UPDATE 12/8/12: Honora here: I am so excited! Foster Mom, the resident Cairn and I are off to Florida tomorrow for the winter. My skin issues are improving and I just started allergy shots. I will keep you posted on my progress in the Sunshine State.

UPDATE 11/22/12: Honora has settled in here and enjoys napping on the couch, going for walks, and investigating the backyard. Her skin issues are being treated and she visited a specialist last week. Hopefully, the allergy test results will yield clues to her hair loss. Honora here: Boy, am I lucky! Foster Mom took me to a special doctor last week to try and find out why I am so itchy. I am on some new meds that have helped a lot. In the meantime, Foster Mom bought me two new sweaters to wear until my hair grows back. I look very cute in my new duds. Wouldn't you like a cute girl of your very own?!

11/13/2012: Honora arrived ten days ago, after Superstorm Sandy blew through Long Island, leaving hundreds of thousands without power. This little girl is a five year old owner surrender who suffers from allergies; resulting in skin issues and fur loss. She is being treated for these allergies and hopefully will find relief. She enjoys walks in the neighborhood and greets those we meet with a wagging tail. Honora will not be ready for adoption for a while, but I will keep you posted on her progress!

Adoption Application [as1113][0510]
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NORTH CAROLINA


	Name:	Broderick (Mix)
	Age:	~8 yrs
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	16 lbs.
	Color:	Silver
	Location:	NC Foster Home; Raleigh
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 4/29/13: Mr. Broderick has moved to the sunny South! This little Schnoodle is very independent, though every once in a while he'll nudge my hand and want some petting. Then his tiny little tail is just a wagging blur. He's doing a great job ignoring the neurotic boxer next door, and though he hasn't met my Westie face to face yet, he has mostly ignored her through the doggie gate as well. What captures his attention? Toys! Toys! Toys! He loves his toys, and will carry them around with him wherever he goes. He is housebroken (hooray) and seems fine out of the crate, though he will go in there on occasion to snooze. While this little boy is not a Cairn, he is a vigilant little bundle of curiosity, and will make a great pet for someone!

UPDATE 12/3/12: There is big news this week in Mayor Broderick's city! His DNA test results came back and we now know he is a Schnoodle. What is a Schnoodle? It's half mixed Mini Schnauzer and half pure breed Mini Poodle - then with the Mayor, there's some Basset Hound thrown in for good measure. But to us he is 100% pure adorable and lovable! A copy of the DNA results will come with him upon adoption.

UPDATE 11/19/12: The Mayor has been having a tough few weeks; first his grueling election campaign for mayor, meeting with constituents, giving speeches, etc. Then on election day someone locked the ballot box key inside the box. Then hurricane Sandy shook Inwood city. For 5 days, no electric, no water, but the mayor calmed the citizens and lead the way thru the darkness. He is being called a hero for his selfless devotion to his duties during the crisis.

The Mayor is also having a DNA test done soon. Then we will know his true identity and heritage. Stay tuned for the results of that test! As the leaves fall and blanket the ground, it’s fun to run and jump into the soft piles. Wont you invite the Mayor to jump and frolic into your pile of leaves? The holidays are just around the corner, and he is ready to travel and share in the fun - and feasting with you!

UPDATE 8/29/12: Summer days begin to get shorter and cooler but the Mayor Broderick's job duties keep him busy and active until late at night. Yes, along with being mayor of the great Inwood city he is also a prenatal nurse to the Innkeepers wife, spending day and night watching and helping her with her many needs. You may be saying to yourself "Well, a wee dog can't be a mayor and a nurse!" but this sweet boy is an inspiration and has boundless devotion to the citizens of his city. All he needs is a forever home where he can unpack his suitcase and hang up his bow-tie at night.

UPDATE 7/29/12: Mayor Broderick has had an exciting summer thus far with a visitor Colonel Potter sister who now moved to NY state. Although she didn't like him much, he always seemed to have a smile and friendly "aroo" for her. Broderick was part of a wedding, he was the best man and kept the whole ceremony running smoothly. Broderick being a confirmed bachelor said to the minister: "marriage is a wonderful institution but who wants to live in an institution"? While not being the social trend setter, Broderick whiles away the hours taking naps and laying in the sunshine thinking of a people family to call his own some day!

UPDATE 5/10/12: Spring struggles to remain in place here in Inwood City. Even a powerful Mayor like Broderick can't change that, but he does his best to remind everyone warm days and sunshine are coming to stay. Tall grass, flowers and a new generation of plant life, greets those who look for it. The Mayor is a lover of life, always looking to have fun, playing and exploring, but taking time to smell the flowers in between chasing balls. You too can enjoy the spring with the Mayor, exercising your choice of going on nice walks or just sitting in the sun and enjoying the breeze.

UPDATE 3/29/12: Mayor Broderick works late into the night patrolling his city. The citizens can sleep secure in the knowledge they are safe from come what may; the evil denizens of the night dare not confront this guidon for law and order. You hear of many politicians in the news bragging of the many petty things they did but this mayors devotion to staying quiet in the background assures that everything is ok and Inwood City is in good hands - safe and secure. Frequently he accompanies the cook into the kitchen and teaches him how to cook his southern favorites, often tasting all the dishes and giving approval to the results and flavors. He also has an aide and stays by his side so he doesn't say anything stupid to the press. Quotes the mayor, "i can speak for myself. I just need an aide to pour my kibble into the bowl".

UPDATE 3/10/12: I was a southern gentleman for a while but I grew tired of having so many brothers and sisters in the house. So I took a job as the mayor of Inwood City, PA. It's a lot more peaceful here, and I'm very suited to be a mayor - being well educated and having a mild manner and sweet temperament. I'm even getting fatter since I don't have to run with the pack and compete all day long, but the job here is just a temp until I find a forever home, maybe with you? I recently took a walk to converse with my constituents, but they weren't out that day, so I got to enjoy being a dog: tinyurl.com/83sddkt

UPDATE 12/6/11: Broderick is a very sweet dog when his foster sisters and brothers (5 Cairns) leave him alone or boss him around. You see, Broderick is very proper. He does all his business outside and loves to snuggle with his human. These other dogs just don't understand that he doesn't want to play and get dirty. Broderick is most happy when he can snooze on his bed next to me. He does guard his toys and bones from the other dogs. He would do best in a home that doesn't have any other dogs because he thinks he should be the KING of the house. I do know that he will adapt to another dog as long as there are no toys or bones around to guard. Broderick just needs someone with a little patience.

UPDATE 8/17/11: Hi everyone, I am still here. I hope there is a forever home out there for me. I am being a good boy but it’s tough not fitting in because I am not a Cairn. These Cairns are too rowdy for me! I am better than that and know that you have to behave and listen when foster moms talks. You know, I thought I had this figured out, then Foster mom goes and brings another Cairn into the house. She is an older lady and I am actually getting along with her. She is laid back and not so pushy. Please fill out an application for me; I am ready to show you how good I am. Love, Broderick

UPDATE 3/21/11: Broderick is still waiting on his forever home. He is a sweet dog, with very good house manners, potty trained and healthy. He is neutered and up to date on shots. The only thing missing is a forever home with less dogs than my house. Broderick gets along okay with the laid back dogs in the house but wants nothing to do with the rowdies. We think he is a YorkiePoo or a Schnauzer mix, but whatever he is, he is cute as can be. He loves to play ball, but most of all he loves to sit in my lap and take a nap. Please find it in your heart to fill out an application for this boy; he really would make a great companion!

UPDATE 2/13/11: Hi everyone. I am still here in South Carolina with all those Cairns. Can you believe it? I am a good boy; I just don’t like that little female alpha Cairn to be in my face. As long as everyone leaves my toys alone I get along just fine. I am a little possessive when it comes to bones and toys. I love people and want to be with them all the time. If foster mom is in the house and I am in my crate, I complain, but I sleep nice in my crate at night. I'm a good eater and am completely house trained. I love toys and am happy when I can play with my toys by myself. Will you open your home and let me live with you. I promise I will be on my best behavior!

UPDATE 9/27/10: To my future forever home: Please get me out of here fast. My foster mom makes me sit for treats and my food, she makes me sleep in my crate and she does not allow me on the couch, that’s no life for a handsome boy like me. And then to top this off, on Saturday she brought another Cairn home. She said something about he needed to come here because he is having a hard time. Hello, now I have to share her with four Cairns. I need to get out of here, please hurry and adopt me!

UPDATE 9/7/10: My Foster mom says that I am very handsome boy even though I am a mix, or should I say "Designer dog." I have a lot of Schnauzer in me, but I am happy to be part of this Cairn Terrier Rescue Group. Who knows what would have happened to me if these Cairn people didn’t love me. I am a very friendly boy and am learning real fast. I love attention and Mom has told me not to jump up on her lap or the couch without being invited. She says something about how I have to earn that. I sit, and lay down and I am also potty trained. I love playing ball and run in the fenced in yard. I am neutered, up to date on my shoots and ready to move to your house. Go ahead and fill out that application, for your boy Broderick!

08/01/2010: I'm Broderick! My foster momma says I am very smart. In spite of living on the streets for a while, I am housebroken. No accidents in my foster home. I also listen very well. I am foster momma's little shadow and I love sitting in her lap watching TV. I only bark when you leave me. Is your bed big and comfy? Will you share it with me? I love sleeping and cuddling in bed. I do sleep in my crate, but I would rather be with you. I also would prefer to be the only dog. I play sometimes with the resident boys here. I also love playing tennis ball. Do you have some tennis balls I can play with? I am ready and waiting to be your little boy!

Adoption Application [jm0801][0501]
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Organization	Dog Name	Age	M/F	Post Date
Foxdale Ind Rescue	Toto kna Toe	Senior	M	03-24-2013	Courtesy Posting: Dog may no longer be available

NORTH DAKOTA

OHIO

OKLAHOMA

OREGON


	Name:	Albert
	Age:	Born 10/11/03
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	15 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	OR Foster Home; Corvallis
	Special Considerations:	Escape artist
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

This dog is in the Col. Potter Cairn Rescue Network.
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UPDATE 3/27/13: Hi, Albert here, taking keyboard in paws. I am ready for my forever home! My foster mom calls me a true gentleman. I haven't marked in the house, even though the resident dog is still working on that. I am crate trained and will sleep quietly in my crate, although I'm sure I'd also enjoy sleeping on a bed if that is your preference! I have the energy of a dog half my age. I love to explore the backyard and chase squirrels: Watch here:Albert 3/28/13 My foster mom apologizes that her photos of me don't show my alert eyes and active mind. I hope my forever home is reading this!

UPDATE 2/26/13: Albert has settled into his foster home. He has boundless curiosity and enjoys exploring every nook and cranny of his foster home and yard. He entertains himself with daily squirrel patrols and loves to go on walks. He gets along well with the resident dog. He is ready to meet his forever family and move into his forever home! Could you be the lucky one for him?

02/16/2013: Don't be fooled by his age! Albert is a happy, healthy and energetic Cairn that loves to play. He enjoys going for walks and meeting new people. He is crate trained and has had no accidents to date in the foster home. He likes to play with the resident dog, but doesn't always recognize when the other dog has had enough and has to be told to calm down and let the older dog have a break. If you have squirrels in your yard, Albert can entertain himself with squirrel patrol. Albert also loves to snuggle with his humans. Could Albert be the Cairn to snuggle with you?

Adoption Application [lk0216][0328]
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	Name:	Tumbleweed
	Age:	~8 yrs
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	17 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	OR Foster Home; Springfield
	Special Considerations:	No cats
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 4/13/13: Tumbleweed here – Mom said that I shouldn’t worry because I haven’t found my forever home. She said that the perfect home is out there for me, but it hasn’t found me yet. I’ve learned some manners since I’ve been here. Mom puts me in the bathroom if I don’t listen to her and I don’t like that. I’ve learned it’s not okay to bark at the resident cats and that sometimes I have to ‘stay’ when Mom goes into another room; I can’t stick my nose in the door the moment it’s an inch open so I can get through. I also have to sit and wait until my food bowl is on the floor. I really, really, really like food. I got in trouble last weekend when Mom’s friend left a rib eye steak too close to the edge of the kitchen counter. Nobody saw me when I jumped up and snatched it, but I got caught later when Mom heard me chewing on the bone – and then she took my bone away! Mom says I still have more to learn – like not rushing up to the door and barking madly because the doorbell rang.

I have lots of good qualities. I’m small and easy to pick up. I love car rides and running around in the backyard with my foster brothers. I’m affectionate and will follow you everywhere, but I’m not a Velcro dog – I am just curious about what is going on and want to be near my person. You never know – a morsel of food could fall to the floor. I don’t really care about toys, and I don’t destroy them in seconds. I get along with other dogs, but I wouldn’t mind being the center of attention. I can be trusted to be in the house while Mom is at work. I’m happy to see her when she gets home from work because that means I can go outside. I really, really like to go outside – there could be a critter out there! I guess I need to stay here a little longer, but I sure wish my forever home would find me – soon!

UPDATE 3/11/13: Tumbleweed has continued to be a wonderful and lively little boy. His two favorite things are food and going outside. Though still talkative, he has learned to stop barking. He will stay most of the time, but not when someone is at the door. He's learned to respect a squirt from a water bottle and so we don't need to use it often. Tumbleweed is affectionate and is a great little companion who is interested in whatever is going on. He gets along well with other dogs. The only thing TW needs now is his forever home. "Don't you wish you had a cute little boy like me to keep you company?"

UPDATE 2/23/13: Foster Mom has not been very good about submitting updates. Since I’m ready for a home of my own, I decided it was time to take things into my own paws. If you’re looking for a little boy who will be your constant companion – that’s me. If you’d like a companion who shows he’s listening intently when you speak to him by perking up his ears and tilting his head - that’s me, too. If you like to go on walks – I love to go on walks! What about someone who will curl up against you on the couch when you read or watch TV? I love to cuddle. Do you want the critters chased out of your yard? I can do that, too. Hey, I’ll even help clean the dishes in the dishwasher if given a chance! I’m lively and lovable and ready for my forever home. I‘m camera shy and mom says that I stop doing anything cute the second she points a camera at me. Could you be my forever home? I sure hope so!

UPDATE 1/16/13: Tumbleweed, I’ve nicknamed him "T. Barksley Weed", is an adorable little boy who refuses to act his age. We’ve been working on his barking when he wants something and he’s responding to correction. Now when I ask him to stop barking, he instead demonstrates his extensive vocabulary of groans. He loves to eat and becomes very excited at mealtimes. He likes to cuddle, play, go outdoors and bark, ride in the car and go for walks. He’ll fall asleep in my arms lying on his back while softly snoring. He has a strong prey drive towards my cats, but I can get him to stop barking at them if I can get to him before he gets too wound up. He seems to be part mountain goat and likes to climb on the furniture. He’s climbed onto the kitchen table when the chairs were all pushed in. He jumped into a friend’s lap and snatched a cookie out of his hand in a flash before he knew what was happening. He wants to please and needs a home where he knows he can’t be the boss. He’ll repay you many times over with his sweet and loving personality. Could you be the forever home Tumbleweed has been waiting for?

12/26/2012: Tumbleweed came out of his crate with his tail wagging, and hasn’t stopped wagging it yet. He’s a happy, friendly and affectionate little boy. He’ll fall asleep upside down in my arms if I give him a belly rub. He’s always ready to go outside, and starts barking before he even knows what’s he’s barking at. He greets me enthusiastically after any period away from him, his entire butt wiggling with excitement. He gives very gentle kisses. He also has an interesting vocabulary of grunts and groans. He sits for treats, but has to be reminded to take them gently. He’s a climber, and will use a chair to get on the table if given the opportunity. Here’s a video of him playing with his foster brother, Persimmon (Percy). Tumbleweed 12-25-2012

In two weeks, he’s settled in as though he’s been here much longer. He’s ready for his next adventure in his forever home.

Adoption Application [sc1226][0413]
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PENNSYLVANIA


	Name:	Brandy Alexander
	Age:	~5 yrs
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	18 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	PA Foster Home; Schnecksville
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 5/4/13: Brandy Alexander, also known as "Alex", just had his first long distance car ride and seemed to enjoy sitting on my lap for an hour. Now we can add this to his list of accomplishments. Speaking of accomplishments, Alex comes to us when called, especially when Foster Dad calls him. Is he giving him treats when my back is turned? Because Alex loves to eat! It seems he does not realize he is toothless since he has been caught stealing our resident dogs hard kibble. All we do is add a little water to soften and he gobbles it all up. So don't let this deter you from enjoying this little guy, our handsome, snuggle-boy toothless wonder! And you will never have the cost of a vet's dental cleaning with this little guy.

UPDATE 4/8/13: Brandy Alexander, aka Alex, comes when he is called - almost! He gets oh so close, then decides, "Perhaps I should continue to be a bit cautious. Foster parents keep a leash on me so I just get scooped up in their arms anyway, and guess what? I like it!" This little guy is learning to trust and to be held. He still likes to camp out under the kitchen table with his blanket, but always emerges when called. He likes all sorts of treats, especially hot dogs cut up little just for him. Consider this guy on your lap watching a good movie - Brandy Alexander is a perfect fit and would make a great companion.

04/02/2013: Brandy Alexander, aka Alex, is a very small Cairn. Because of his small stature I think he would make a wonderful pet for a family with responsible children. He is so cute because he looks like he is always smiling! The vet made him a healthier boy by removing all of his teeth, but you would never know he is toothless - especially when it comes to meal time. You have to admit, he will never chew your furniture or bite the mailman! Alex definitely had a rough start, but with patience he is learning to trust us and lets me pick him up and hold him. He enjoys following our resident dog around the yard and does well on a leash. He is also very quiet and rarely barks. His housebreaking is coming along too, and continues to be a work in progress. Alex sleeps in his crate all night, sometimes during the day, and likes to hang out underneath our kitchen table with his blanket. This sweet little guy will make some family a great companion!

Adoption Application [gp0402][0505]
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	Name:	Brathair
	Age:	3 yrs Born 7/6/2009
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	25 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	PA Foster Home; Newberrytown
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 4/23/13: Laoghaire and Brathair have settled in, and each day is a joy with these two boys in the house. They are so calm and polite - no begging at the table! They don't show much interest in playing with toys or balls, but they do love to sit side-by-side on the porch and bark at the cars and people passing on the road. And they love to go for walks! They both wait nicely at the gate until given permission to exit, then Laoghaire walks right at heel, and Brathair forges ahead. Brathair has to be reminded to mind his manners and walk on a loose leash, but you can't deny his enthusiasm for these adventures. At Col. Potter we often say, "one more dog isn't any more work". I know that isn't often true, but with these boys it is! They will keep each other company during the day while you are out and about, and then greet you and lean against you on the sofa when you get home! They are young so they have energy for long walks and adventures on the weekends. Just think, a ready made family for the taking.

04/05/2013: This beautiful boy is Brathair, pronounced Brother. His daddy had to give up his brother Laoghaire and him due to life changes. This guy is outgoing and happy, and a very confident Cairn! Both boys have lovely manners - no marking in the house, no begging at the table, and they come when called. They are a bonded pair and will be adopted together. Both Laoghaire and his brother are overweight right now, but we are working on this. They will need a home that keeps them active with walks and such. Such sweet boys! Don't miss this opportunity to have a matched pair, it may be the best decision of your life!

Adoption Application [pkd0405][0501]
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	Name:	Cailleach
	Age:	Born 4/9/2003
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	22.8 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	PA Foster Home; Susquehanna
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 5/6/13: Cailleach is really doing well! She has learned to ‘sit’ for her breakfast and supper and will now ‘sit’ to go inside the house after being out for a walk. We are still working on the ‘sit’ to go outside, and she doesn’t always do it, but she is getting much better! She loves to be able to watch what is going on outside and will happily stay on our enclosed porch and watch the world go by for hours. Cailleach scampers around the house playing with her squeaky toys, then we can hear her snoring gently afterward when she sleeps. It’s adorable to hear and always makes us smile.

UPDATE 4/18/13: Cailleach is enjoying the warmer weather on our enclosed porch. Each morning after using the back yard she waits patiently at the door to go out and enjoy some off leash time in the sunny porch. She seems to be so content with a warm sunbeam and a good stretch that we hate to disturb her. She has developed a sizable fan club at the school bus stop. All the children who know her seem to enjoy it when our paths cross. Even the local ice cream shop, at the bottom of a very nice walking path, has adopted her as a friendly tag along when we stop for water. And our mail carrier has commented that she is the "cutest, sweetest dog on his route".

Her weight continues to be a cycle of loss for a few weeks, a plateau, then losing for another few weeks. However, with the days of rain past and spring in full bloom, the trails are calling us. She is amazingly fond of walking on the broken rock terrain in the woods and seems at home with her ancient Scottish heritage. If you want a dog to walk with, then a good round of cuddling in a deck chair, you need look no further!

UPDATE 4/3/13: Cailleach is doing well and is a little delight to have in the house. She always lets us know when someone pulls into the driveway with a bark or two. She becomes a happy little tail-wagging dog when they get in the door and greet her. Cailleach now sits and waits for her dinner, but channels her inner "Snoopy" and is sure to let us know when it is supper time. She may not bring her dish to us, but the meaning of the bark is quite clear when combined with her sitting next to the dish! Cailleach is perfectly content to curl up on her pillow and nap during the day, and will sit with us for short periods - until we quit actively petting her! Her squeaky toy provides her with a lot of amusement - for us too! She morphs into "The Mad Squeaker" for about 5 minutes then goes back and lies down. Must be all that hard work. She is a fun little dog and has such a large personality. Cailleach amuses us each and every day.

UPDATE 3/10/13: Do you feel like getting in shape for summer? Cailleach (we call her Kayley) will gladly help with her 'intense walking' plan. Hills are no longer a worry as she is now able to scale the hills of northeastern PA on a daily basis. Trips to the dog park are also a favorite pastime. She’s timid when we first enter the dog park, but she soon warms up and scampers like a puppy. When 10 pm rolls around she retires to her crate and calls it a night, but by 8 the next morning she is ready to hit the road for a morning walk.

UPDATE 3/4/13: Cailleach has completed her medical treatment and the last thing done was getting her teeth cleaned - which look fantastic! Cailleach is now sitting to wait for her food and continues to learn commands. We are still working on sitting and laying down when there is no promise of a treat. She will do both without any problem if she sees a treat, now we are working on making the transition. She loves to play a good game of "get the puppy" and beat on her stuffies and chew on their squeakers. She’s the "mad squeaker" in the household because she likes to squeak her toys a LOT when she plays!

UPDATE 2/16/13: Cailleach has continued to drop weight and she seems to be much happier. Walking has improved her fitness and she loves to sit in the park watching the world go by. Her gluten allergy is under control now and her ears and skin are improving every day! As her ears have cleared, Cailleich hears much better and every new noise must be investigated, occasionally woofed at, and sometimes just receives an inquisitive stare. She loves to roll around on her back, growling with satisfaction as she gets a good scratch. She stares up at you with deep, black eyes and you can almost hear her asking where her forever home is. If anyone ever wanted a kind, caring dog to spend a leisurely afternoon watching clouds with, they could ask for no better companion than Cailleach!

UPDATE 2/4/13: Cailleach is showing how huge her personality is. She loves to lay on her back and wiggle around making all sorts of happy puppy noises. She is very motivated by food, and her training is coming along well. She is actually starting to sit without needing a treat! Her medical concerns are continually improving and we are definitely on the downside of the treatments when she won't need her medications. Cailleach is also continually losing weight and becoming more active as a result.

01/14/2013: Cailleach (pronounced Kaylish), an owner surrender, is settling in nicely in her foster home. She is very good at letting us know when she needs to go outside, and walks beautifully on a loose leash while we are out. A few pounds need to be shed, and she is currently under the care of a great vet for her ear infection and skin issues, but she's already starting to show some great improvement! Thus far she has been a lovely little girl and just seems to want to hang out with her people.

Adoption Application [pl0114][0507]
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	Name:	Citron
	Age:	1 yrs Born 2/16/2012
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	11 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	PA Foster Home; Sewickley
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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02/25/2013: Citron is a young boy who found freedom with Col. Potter one week before his first birthday! He celebrated in grand style with a puppy ‘cake’ and lots of squeaker toy presents. Within days of his arrival, he discovered the awesome thing called a ‘squeaker toy!’ He spends hours lounging with his hind legs back in his 'froggy' position and holding a toy in his mouth and squeaking it over and over and over and over. (Did I say over and over?) He LOVES to hear that squeaker, and will inspect all the toys one-by-one to see which ones squeak and which ones don’t. Citron is neutered, up-to-date on all his shots, sleeps quietly in his crate all night, and is doing well with potty training. We keep a close eye on him since he is still learning, and we praise him highly when he goes outside to do his business. He is initially shy around new people he meets, but with gentle encouragement, he will come over to get belly scratches and kisses. Citron's favorite place to be is in the crook of your arms falling asleep while getting his belly scratched. He’s a real sweetheart and wants to be the focus of all your attention. He will follow you around the house to make sure he knows exactly what you’re doing because he wants to be a part of it. Would you like to be the family that celebrates future birthdays with him? Get your application in now, because this little boy is ready to go!

Adoption Application [bs0225][0309]
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	Name:	Laoghaire
	Age:	3 yrs Born 7/6/2009
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	24 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	PA Foster Home; Newberrytown
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 4/23/13: Laoghaire and Brathair have settled in, and each day is a joy with these two boys in the house. They are so calm and polite - no begging at the table! They don't show much interest in playing with toys or balls, but they do love to sit side-by-side on the porch and bark at the cars and people passing on the road. And they love to go for walks! They both wait nicely at the gate until given permission to exit, then Laoghaire walks right at heel, and Brathair forges ahead. Brathair has to be reminded to mind his manners and walk on a loose leash, but you can't deny his enthusiasm for these adventures. At Col. Potter we often say, "one more dog isn't any more work". I know that isn't often true, but with these boys it is! They will keep each other company during the day while you are out and about, and then greet you and lean against you on the sofa when you get home! They are young so they have energy for long walks and adventures on the weekends. Just think, a ready made family for the taking.

04/05/2013: Meet Laoghaire (pronounced Luther). His human Dad had to give up him and his brother Brathair because of some major life changes. Laoghaire is a bit reserved and looks to his brother for reassurance in new situations. But once he knows you, he turns into a giant cuddlebug!

This boy has the best manners: No thought of marking in the house, comes when he is called, and no begging at the table. He is a joy to have in the house. Both Laoghaire and his brother are overweight right now, but we are working on this. They will need a home who will keep them active with walks and such. Such sweet boys! Don't miss this opportunity to have a matched pair!


	Name:	Tennessee Walke
	Age:	~12 yrs
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	17 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	PA Foster Home; Havertown
	Special Considerations:	No cats; some vision loss
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04/23/2013: My name is Tennessee Walker, but my friends call me "TW". Here's some stuff you should know about me. I'm really cute, I'm a lover - not a fighter, I can help you dig holes to plant your bulbs, I'm really cute, I'm a chowhound - not a fussy eater, I like a little nap in the afternoon, and I'm really cute!

Okay, I'll take it from here, TW: TW is a wonderful older fellow. He adapted easily and quickly to his new foster home here. He gets along very well with the resident dogs-a male Westie, and a shy female Cairn terrier. However, we feel he's a bit too interested in our cats - especially since we don't really know his intentions toward them. Tennessee is a true Cairn explorer indoors and out, but not much of a rough 'n ready playtime kind of guy. He will sniff and nudge the other dogs but doesn’t take active part in their play, he'd rather snuggle and watch TV with his adoring human. But he's not a dull or boring guy either-he talks to us once in awhile, and he can become very focused on whatever task is at hand. He also enjoys his walks a lot and paces himself to your walking speed - no hurry, no pulling. TW is a very pleasant guy to have around. He’s funny and animated and a low-maintenance kind of dude who likes to hang out with that very special someone who can appreciate everything that a loving senior has to offer.

Adoption Application [jg0423][0423]
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RHODE ISLAND

SOUTH CAROLINA


	Name:	Coach
	Age:	Born 11/10/2009
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	22 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	SC Foster Home; Columbia
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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05/19/2013: Coach has been bounced around a lot lately, through no fault of his own, so you would think he'd be frightened, but he has settled in very nicely here in his foster home. He has only been here a week but you would never know it. This boy needs a home who will love him and spend time with him - make him the companion he would love to be. Coach is overweight and needs to lose 4 or 5 lbs. Otherwise he is healthy, neutered and up to date on his shots. Can you help this little butterball become the svelte boy he should be? Then fill out that application!

Adoption Application [mr0519]
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SOUTH DAKOTA

TENNESSEE

TEXAS


	Name:	Archibald (Mix)
	Age:	~7 yrs
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	21 lbs.
	Color:	Silver
	Location:	TX Foster Home; Dallas
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 5/3/13: I'm getting frustrated with this Forever Family hunt. This is all you need to know about me:
1. Still smart.
2. Still white.
3. Still deaf.
4. Still a good house guest.
5. Still here.
What's the hold up? I may not be a puppy, but I'm pretty darn great to have around!
XOXO Arch

UPDATE 3/28/13: I am a little sad. Over Spring Break we had company. The college kid came to our house and I really liked him. He even let me sleep with him every night. But the bad news is he left yesterday and he took my friend Lily with him! Last night, I spent a lot of time wandering around the house, looking for them, and finally I just had to give up. Mom says they'll be back though.

I get along great as long as I don't have to be in the crate jail. I'll go in there to eat, but then I'm done. Mom thinks it's because I can't hear. She is immune to my bark-bark routine so now I am trying the nose thump to get her attention. It works much better.

UPDATE 3/11/13: Things have been busy around here. I had to have surgery and now there's a big place where my hair is cut off. It really messed up my new haircut. Mom says it will grow, but for now all pictures are head shots only! Mom also made a video of me and I need to tell you about it. She was sitting there with a sandwich and she wouldn't share! Who could ignore my big eyes or even those times I thumped her on the leg: Archibald 3/11/13. Usually I like this foster Mom but now I am looking for my own Forever Mom that has plenty of peanut butter and will let me have some, too.

UPDATE 2/7/13: I want to report that I have made a field trip to a school and a met a bunch of kids that are just like me! They are smart and they talk with signs. I had a good time. I showed them my skills and they gave mom some hints about other things I should learn, like "stop" and "dance". The dance thing will be a piece of cake but I'm not sure about the stop thing. It might be okay if we have plenty of treats. The nice Col. Potter people gave me some business cards to pass out so now I am definitely on the hunt for my own forever family!

UPDATE 1/22/13: Look at my new picture! Mom took me to get a little trim, since all my hair has grown back in. I was a good boy. I like things here and have pretty much figured things out. If mom gets the leash, we get to go for a long walk. We went 3.77 mi this weekend and halfway we got water and a bite of sausage. Yummy! I pretty much ignore the other dogs. Why get worried by them if I don't have to? The food service here is really good and mom feeds me twice a day, plus extra for when we do sign language class. Did you know I am learning sign language? Mom says talking sign language makes me a better shopper and walker. I do have a complaint: One of my favorite things is to step on the button to make the window go down when we're in the car. I don't understand foster mom's problem with that. Now she makes me sit in the middle of the back seat with my seat belt on and I don't get to hang out the window. She's no fun then.

UPDATE 12/29/12: My foster mom calls me Arch. She has been working on my commands-she says I am ambidextrous because I shake hands both ways. I like the training stuff because there are treats involved. I LOVE treats (and food in general). I am still trying to gain some weight so mom gives me lots of Wellness. I like this mom and her adult kids, and the other dogs around here. But I would like my own family more. They would need to learn my sign language, but it’s easy. I know 4 important things: sit, down, shake, and quiet. All done with simple hand signals. Foster mom will show you!

UPDATE 12/08/12: I'm getting settled at this new place. I really like the food - I have gained 2 lbs! And I like that mom person. The only thing is that she has trouble understanding what I say to her, even when I bark loud. The doctor says that I can't hear. The mom person is teaching me some signals, and I have learned ‘Sit’ and ‘Down’. I think she'll figure things out pretty quick. In the meantime, she said that I am ‘Available’.

11/26/2012: My name is Archibald, and I just came to TX from a big city. I was in a shelter there, and no one came for me. I used to have a family, but I guess they didn't want to find me. At the shelter, I had all kinds of trouble with my skin and hair-I pulled a bunch of hair out but that's because of those flea things. I also had to have some surgery for a bunch of bumps, and my teeth. Now I am all fixed up. The Col. Potter people had a little trouble getting me picked up because of the holidays, so my new mom and I have been all over. We stayed at this motel place and then we stayed at a house with another dog. I don't like my crate so well, but foster mom is working on that. I do like to eat! I have also been wearing a coat because my hair is thin and it has been cold.

I totally know when/where to potty, so next week, if I'm good, I will be ‘Available’ - whatever that means. When my hair grows back in, mom says I will be very handsome. And no, I do not get satellite transmissions through my ears.

Adoption Application [ah1126][0504]
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	Name:	Bellezza
	Age:	Born 03/22/05
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	19 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	TX Foster Home; Montgomery
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 5/5/13: The lazy days of summer are just around the corner, so my foster family and I are on the go. My favorite thing is going to the rodeo. I have so much fun meeting new people, and of course everyone tells me how beautiful I am. I have also made lots of new doggie friends. We play some and then we go watch those big horses run around the barrels. I guess you could say I have become a social butterfly. I really enjoy going shopping the most, but then what girl doesn't! My foster mom always lets us pick out a new toy and a treat for the ride home. My foster mom says I'm always a perfect Angel and any home would certainly be blessed to have me.

UPDATE 3/23/13: Bellezza is really enjoying the wonderful spring weather in Texas. She is so happy being outside running, playing, and rolling in the grass. When it's time to cool off she loves to jump in the doggy pool and chill. When we go inside she is so ready for a nap that she doesn't mind the cat curling up next to her. Bellezza is loving and easy going, and she loves to make new friends - both the two and four legged kind.

02/03/2013: Bellezza is a true beauty - both inside and out. She is such a sweet and loving little girl. Bellezza loves to play with her foster buddies, and then they crash on the sofa to rest up for more play time out in the yard. Watch them play: Bellezza 2/3/2013. In the evening she likes to curl up next to me on the sofa and watch TV, and at bed time she's the first one in bed. I'm very lucky that she and her foster sister Holly, share the bed with me. They stretch out and I get a little wiggle room beside them. Dogs rule! And Bellezza is the perfect dog to rule in your home.

Adoption Application [jp0203][0505]
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	Name:	Braeburn
	Age:	8 yrs Born 2/07/05
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	17 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	TX Foster Home; Arlington
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 5/3/13: Braeburn SO wants his own home. He has done the fostering thing and wants to move on to his furever home. This boy is such a love bug and really wants to cuddle with us. He would rather not share our lap with all the other dogs but is fine with his sister and one or two others. Braeburn is very obedient and loves one-on-one attention. He can usually be found alongside his sister Honeycrisp when they are outside chasing prey. We would like them to be adopted together. Won't you consider being their new family?

UPDATE 2/27/13: Braeburn is a wonderful little guy. Braeburn is housetrained and loves to sit next to foster Dad watching TV in the evenings. During the day, he loves to patrol the back yard with his sister Honeycrisp. Braeburn and Honeycrisp have always been together and I think they would like to continue this. Won't you consider adopting this bonded pair? What is better than an apple a day? Two apples!

UPDATE 12/20/12: Foster Braeburn, who answers to Jacque, is a very loving and affectionate boy. He is devoted to his sister Honeycrisp and comes running when she calls. Watch him say hello: Braeburn 12-20-2012

11/11/2012: Double Trouble? Or Double Your Pleasure! Braeburn and Honeycrisp are a bonded pair of Cairns that would be a true asset to any home! Braeburn is the more timid of the two, and he loves to cuddle. This boy follows me everywhere and so far has not had an accident in the house. He gets along great with the other dogs here. Braeburn has a big prey drive and loves to tag team with his sister Honeycrisp. Watch a little video of this very good boy:Braeburn Pays Attention. Then watch as he gives me a kiss: Kissyface Time.

Adoption Application [lcd1111][0518]
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	Name:	Corkie
	Age:	8 yrs Born 12/4/04
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	15 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	TX Foster Home; Houston
	Special Considerations:	Needs daily eyedrops
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03/31/2013: Corkie is a beautiful girl with a lot of love to offer the special someone who is lucky enough to take her home. She is a very young eight years, and so glad to not be having puppies any more! She loves belly rubs and will paw your hand if you stop. She asks to be picked up, loves to chill out on the couch with you, is doing well in the house training department, and is such an easy keeper. Corkie says she doesn't have any problems, so don't tell her I told you that from years of neglect she can't see so well due to chronic dry eye. She gets drops every day and gets around just fine. Corkie has excellent hearing and smell, so she doesn't think she is anything but a young Cairn just waiting to explore her new home. She is a treasure to foster, so don't wait to put in your application so you can snuggle with this adorable sweetheart.

Adoption Application [sa0331]
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	Name:	Cormac
	Age:	Born 10/19/2004
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	19.8 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	TX Foster Home; Galveston
	Special Considerations:	No Cats
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 5/15/13: Hi, Cormac here. Foster dad caught me on foster mom's computer, I was e-mailing Col. Potter. My message said "Don't worry about finding me a forever home, I am perfectly happy here." But foster mom says I truly deserve my very own forever home. This past weekend I proved I can get along with a strange dog; it felt so good to play with him. Here I get along great with the resident pets - we are just a happy little clan. I also get along with kids (age 7, 9) that treat me respectfully. Foster mom here: Cormac could not be sweeter - a very obedient little guy. He is a velcro dog, you will always have a shadow. He still can't wait for foster dad to come home from work and enjoys meeting any stranger to be greeted. Would you be the right home for this sweet little guy?

UPDATE 2/3/13: I can't believe I am still looking for someone to love me forever. Is there no one out there that likes little boys? My foster family thinks for a Cairn I am a very obedient little fellow. I know sit, down, stay, hush, leave it, etc. Of course I expect a treat for my good behavior but that is just being the smart little dog I am. I also enjoy lap time, yet I do not demand you cuddle me all the time. My happiness comes from being allowed to be near you at all times as I love being near my people. If you need critters chased from the premises I'd love to make that my job. Here the only thing I can chase is seagulls. Cormac is a sweet, loving boy that adores going on walks and adores his people. He has issues with meeting other dogs outside of his foster home. In his foster home he has learned to live in peace with the resident male and female Cairns. This little guy surely is deserving of his own, loving family.

UPDATE 11/9/12: Cormac checking in. It’s been a long time, because foster family has been too busy. So today I’m doing my own report. Folks, I am truly desperate to find my very own family! That would be such an awesome present for the holidays. I am a good boy and listen very well, and for a treat I am anybody's boy. Foster family said I get along with all people, unfortunately that cannot be said for canine company. I have learned to live in peace with the two resident Cairns here, male and female, but I really would prefer to be an only dog. I love any and all attention I get from people. When I see foster dad I just beg him for attention and some lap time. My walks are still my favorite activity, so if you need a great walking buddy - I’m your guy. Foster mom said I am a shaggy guy and I look like a little yak. BTW I still absolutely hate the camera. No matter where I am - asleep or awake - when I hear it being turned on I get a move-on. Hope someone out there is looking for a special boy, that would be me!

UPDATE 7/12/12: Cormac here: I have good news! As of now, in my possession, is a diploma for going through obedience school, yay! I had some learning to do, but my foster people tell me I am a smart boy. Going to school has helped me be a better pup for my forever home.

Foster mom: Our grandsons (6 & 8 years old) were here for 9 days. Cormac (we call him “Mac”) enjoyed the entertainment. He happily jumped onto their laps for some attention. He particularly enjoyed them playing in the canal on the kayak and paddle boat. Here for 4 months without ever thinking he had a need to jump in the water, yet when the boys were splashing along in there, he couldn’t contain himself. Took a flying leap off the dock only to suffer the indignity of having to be dipped out via a big fishing net. He did this twice on different days. Foster dad said he is a good swimmer, maybe it was special because it’s salt water. He is still doing his job of chasing the seagulls from the rail, and also barks when a boat passes. The walks are still his favorite thing to do. And yes, he still hates the camera but we got a good shot of him anyway. This little guy would do well in a home who would take him through another obedience class, or at least run him through his paces so he can bond with his new people as well. He is a love bug.

UPDATE 3/29/12: Cormac here: I'm still looking for my forever family. Are you looking for me? The longer I have been here the more my foster people are learning about me. Foster mom: This little man is turning into nothing but a little love; he has certainly made a connection with his foster people. In the beginning I think he had a tough time losing his family. Now he would prefer not to have to share us with the resident dogs. We think he would be quite content being an only dog with a stay-at-home person. Cormac loves his daily walks through the neighborhood. It is a quiet walk, he is not a big barker. He has also learned to chase the seagulls off the railing (good Boy!). We will work on getting more photo; little Cormac hates the camera.

03/04/2012: Let me introduce our new foster boy Cormac. He was a loved pet in his previous home, yet due to circumstances he found himself in need of a new home. He has been in his foster home for two weeks and now is looking for a home that will keep him forever. If you like a walking partner Cormac is your guy; he loves to go for brisk walks through the neighborhood. He loves people and all the attention he can get. He also gives kisses freely. He is housebroken, up to date on all shots and flea/heartworm prevention. He sleeps quietly in his crate at night.

Adoption Application [cj0304][0519]
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	Name:	Defi
	Age:	~13 yrs
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	19 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	TX Foster Home; Needville
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

Terri Bruno [0410]

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UPDATE 3/23/13: Hi everyone, it's been a while since foster mom has written an update on me. A great thing has happened: I was on phenobarbital for a long time after having seizures on weekends but I never had any more, so the dogtor and my foster parents decided to try weaning me off of the phenol. I have been off of it since the middle of December and haven't had any seizures! I am such a happy girl, my tail wags and wags. I love taking long purposeful walks with foster dad, love my meals, bark for them, and I put myself in my crate at bedtime! I am learning to be gentle when taking treats, but we are still working on that. Foster mom and dad say "gentle" to me and I stop and think before biting the treat, fingers and all! I get along fine with my foster fur brother and sister, but sometimes I think it would be most wonderful to have a home that's all mine!

UPDATE 11/19/12: Hi everyone, it's time for an update on MEEEEE! Foster mom isn't so good at doing this, so I stole her laptop and will tell you what's going on in my life! First of all, the weather is still warm, but not too hot, and I am loving my long walks - mostly with foster dad. I walk very purposefully; I'm on a mission to keep both of us in good shape. But, then occasionally there is something interesting to smell or to investigate, and I have to stop and see what's what. The neighbors have guinea hens and ducks and such - those are always something to check out too. And, I'm being weaned off of the Phenobarbital - hoping I won't have those seizures again. I'm down to 1/2 tablet only in the morning, and so far, so good. My foster mom and dad sure do love me, but they know I'd love to have a home where all the human attention would be just for MEEEEE, so if you'd like a mellow girl, but one who's still active and puts fun in your life, please put in an application to adopt me - Defi!

UPDATE 9/23/12: Hi, thought I'd write an update for myself since foster mom has been so busy. After having had heart-worms and then having seizures after coming to my foster home, I am now a happy and healthy mellow senior girl who would dearly love to have a forever home of my own. My foster brother and sister are nice, but they don't pay a lot of attention to me, and they take up a lot of foster mom and dad's attention! I'd love to have all the love, attention, and cuddles all for me, me, me! My doctor is trying weaning me off of the medication for my seizures so this month I'm taking 25 pct. less and we will see how I do since we're not sure what caused my seizures all those months ago. Foster mom and dad and vet would sure like it a lot if I could be taken off those meds, so we have paws and fingers and toes crossed.

UPDATE 8/12/12: Hi everyone, sorry it's been a while since my foster mom has done an update on me. Anyway, since she didn't get around to it, I thought I'd update you. I'm a happy and healthy little dog who loves long walks with foster dad, LOVES my meals, goes willingly into my crate at bedtime ('cause I know there's a treat involved!), loves cuddling with either foster mom or dad, and gets along fine with my foster brother and sister. They don't play with me much but that's OK. I kinda prefer the humans anyway.

UPDATE 3/19/12: Hi, we haven't updated on me in a long time as I've been undergoing a slow heartworm treatment since I had seizures last May. I will be tested again tomorrow and have my teeth cleaned. I am such a sweet girl, and with all the weight I've lost, I've got a spring in my step that belies my 12 years of age! I am a cuddle bunny with my foster dad, although I sure love my foster mommy, too. I get along fine with my foster sister and brother, but I don't let my bossy foster sister push me around too much. I love barking at the ducks across the way at our neighbor's house as well as the guinea fowl, and I sure notice the rabbits that run wild here on the land, too. My foster mom and dad sure think I'm a special girl, cause I AM!

UPDATE 10/2/11: Hi, I'm writing because foster mom has been just so busy she hasn't written an update on me in way too long. I haven't had any more seizures since that weekend several months ago, I take my meds to prevent them nicely with a little bite of peanut butter morning and night. The foster parents have had me on a diet, and I'm getting my girlish figure back, too. I am still being treated for my heartworms, but I act like I feel good and I'm a happy and active girl who LOVES my humans and I get along fine with my foster Cairn brother and sister.

UPDATE 7/9/11: Hi everyone! Foster mom has been real busy so I thought I'd write a little note on my own. I am doing well, even though I've still got those nasty heartworms, but I've not had any more seizures since my original ones a few weeks ago. I'm good at taking my medicine with a dollop of peanut butter. I've been on a diet, and I've lost several pounds and am beginning to look more svelte. I love my foster mom and dad, and I get along fine with my foster brother and sister, too.

UPDATE 6/5/11: Hi y'all! Foster mom has been busy so I thought I'd do a write-up for myself. I had a scare a few weeks ago, had some seizures, but foster mom and dad got me to the vet, and I'm on medication and haven't had any more of them. My heartworm treatment is on hold, for now, at least. I am a happy girl, love my walks, want to chase the bunnies I see outside, and love having my ears and rear end scratched! I am really good at going to the door and letting foster mom and dad know when I need to go outside, too. I've lost some weight on the diet plan I've been on, so I suppose being a little hungry is worth it. Will keep y'all up to date on how I'm doing!

04/24/2011: Hi, I'm Defi, and I'm a senior girl who lost her parents, a few months ago. Someone took me in, but they weren't used to my Cairn personality, and I wound up at a shelter where I was tested for heartworms - and I am heartworm positive. Thanks to Col. Potter I will be treated to be rid of those worms soon. Foster mom and dad have found I love to be petted, but I'm also not opposed to spend quiet time in my crate either. For now I just kind of ignore my foster brother and sister, and they are ignoring me, too, but since the humans don't want me to be getting over-excited, this is not a bad thing. I will update you as my heartworm treatment progresses, and I will make someone a wonderful loving pet.

Adoption Application [dp0424][0324]
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	Name:	Gloves
	Age:	Born 4/23/2004
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	17 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	TX Foster Home; Arlington
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

GUARDIAN ANGELS:
Riley Weiss
Susan Lofgren-de Paolo
Jay Blackburn
Martha Faures
Raquel Arrechea
Folly & Sue Teelon
Geri & Joe Pentz
Marilyn Smith
Cindy M
Frosty, Opie & Hula
In memory of Tiggie
In memory of Peggy Johns
Susan Dyck
Julie Greystone & Judith Curcio
Allan Vasallo
Erin Omwake
In memory of Peggy Johns, Mo's Mom

This dog is in the Col. Potter Cairn Rescue Network.
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UPDATE 5/20/13: Gloves wants to know who will be her new furever home. She has only one request- please do not have an elevator, or if you do please disconnect the ‘ding'. Gloves does not like the ‘ding'. She will jump around, barking and snarling when she hears the ‘ding' on the television. Other than that one little eccentricity, Gloves is a happy go lucky girl who just wants to find her furever home. Watch Gloves take on the ‘ding' monster: Gloves 5/19/13

UPDATE 2/28/13: Gloves continues to do well. No relapse in pemphigus symptoms but occasionally still has a little rear leg weakness. She is on medication three times a week for this and is doing wonderfully. Gloves, who we call Lovie Dovie, has even decided she likes pill pockets and will eat her little pill pocket medication all by herself. Little Gloves is very easy going and a real joy to have around. Won't you give her a chance to snuggle with you and let her look longingly up into your eyes?

UPDATE 12/20/12: Little Gloves (aka Lovie) is off all medications and doing wonderfully! We don't think this girl is sick at all, just wanted some extra attention. Lovie got a special Christmas blanket and was a little hesitant to show it off but we did get a couple of cute photos. Lovie is a sweet, quiet, adorable little girl waiting for her forever home to find her. Watch this little one as her snotty brother plays keep away with her squirrel: Gloves 12-20-2012

UPDATE 10/10/12: Little Gloves, who we call Lovie Dovie does not act like a sick little girl. In fact we are not so sure just how sick this girl is. Her tests have been inconclusive (possibly just an infection instead of an autoimmune disease) and she does not have any symptoms of being sick at this time. Lovie is on a very low dose of steroids and probably will be for a little while longer, these have helped her tremendously and we are hoping little Lovie Dovie will continue to be symptom free. Here is a quick video of little Lovie Dovie: tinyurl.com/69ge

UPDATE 8/21/12: Gloves (aka Lovie) is a very sick little girl. Lovie has been to the vet more than she has been home lately. After repeated x-rays the vet cannot determine what is causing Lovie's right rear leg weakness. Her leg can give out on her without warning and sometimes she can't even get up from a sit.

But that isn't all that is wrong with this little one. Recently Lovie has not been wanting to eat. Only the threat of another dog getting her food has kept her eating. And after many inspections of her mouth the reason has revealed itself. Lovie's lips are red, inflamed, burning, crusty and infected. So off to the vet again, but this time they think they know what the problem is. It looks like Lovie might have an autoimmune disease called Pemphigus, but we don't know which type yet. From my understanding there is no cure for some types of this disease, only lifelong maintenance of pain pills and steroids.

If you would, please say a little prayer for this girl - she does not deserve this. And if you could spare a few dollars, won't you please become her Guardian Angel? The testing is very expensive, but it will allow us to try and save her life.

UPDATE 8/10/12: Little Gloves, aka Lovie, is trying very hard to be the best girl here. She's a sweetie that wants your lovin' and gives it back. Won't you be her hero and let her love on you? Seeing is believing: tinyurl.com/ca8qlj9

UPDATE 8/6/12: Well snap, now that my foster sister Jaycee has been adopted I am for sure the best-est girl on this page! My foster mom has been taking extra special care of me. She gives me a pill each morning to make my legs feel better. Foster mom uses this stick thing and puts the pill back in my mouth. Then she says 'let's see the good girl' and I stick my tongue out and she gets very excited and kisses me! I am such a good girl, really I am. Don't you need any good girl kisses?

UPDATE 4/29/12: Don't pay attention to my foster sister Jaycee. Just cuz she can rap does NOT mean she is the best dog for you. I is! I is (or may be) the bestest dog for you. You don't need no stink'n blonde, you need ME – dark, sultry gorgeous Lovie (Gloves)!

UPDATE 3/22/12: This little girl has a soft sweet manner, and she's becoming more trusting of us humans. She checks out her world by giving ‘nose bump kisses’. Take a look: tinyurl.com/88p3hol

UPDATE 2/24/12: I am figuring out this new place. It is nice, and I have a nice house with a pretty fuzzy blanket all my own. I like my foster home. And I like the other dogs here. I like that mom person too, but she is still a little scary. I am working on not being so worried - the mom person started giving me some medicine for that. Sometimes, I get so nervous I just can't potty. And the yard has this green stuff that is weird to walk on. Mom says it is okay, and the other dogs like it, so maybe I will learn to like it too. They have really good food here at this house! And, I like my Thundershirt. When I wear it, I can even walk on the green stuff. Yay for me!

01/29/2012: Hello. My name is Gloves but this new mom person calls me Lovie. I used to be a working mom, then my friend, Scarf, and I were able to retire. I am very, very little and still scared about things at this new place. I get along well with the other dogs but that mom person is scary and I don't know about that leash thing and my mouth is still sore after they took out some teeth. That mom person got me a shirt and lets me sit on her lap -- I like that a lot. She says that I will have to be braver to get adopted; that mom person said she would help me. I think I can do it!

Adoption Application [lds0129][0520]
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	Name:	Honeycrisp
	Age:	8 yrs Born 2/07/05
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	16 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	TX Foster Home; Arlington
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

This dog is in the Col. Potter Cairn Rescue Network.
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UPDATE 5/3/13: Honeycrisp wanted me to tell you that she is waiting patiently for her furever home. We call her Mabeline here and she is a very loving and obedient girl. Honeycrisp loves to run in the backyard on alert for those hairy squirrels and the neighbor’s Jack Russell Terriers. Honeycrisp, and her brother Braeburn are very active and affectionate kids, always looking out for each other. We would like to get them adopted together. Don't you need a pair of Cairns?

UPDATE 2/27/13: Honeycrisp continues to be delightful. She is not a demanding foster and pretty much enjoys the back yard most of the day. In the evening she likes to sit on the chair with me and watch TV. Honeycrisp is housetrained and sleeps in her crate all night without a peep. Honeycrisp would like to be adopted with her brother Braeburn if possible. You know what they say about an apple a day!

UPDATE 12/20/12: Honeycrisp, who answers to ‘Mabeline’ has really settled in here and become a delightful foster. She is bonded to her brother Braeburn, and would really like someone to adopt both her and her brother together. Honeycrisp's wish is to spend the rest of her life with her brother Braeburn - and a new furever family. Here is Honeycrisp showing she can snort like a little piggie: Honeycrisp 12-20-2012

11/11/2012: Honeycrisp is Braeburn's bonded sister. So far they are always together by my side, that is if the couch is not calling them. Honeycrisp is the more active of the two and always alert in the event there is prey to chase. Watch this very sweet girl check out another addition to this Arlington, TX foster home: Honeycrisp Says Hello!


	Name:	Stitch
	Age:	~8 yrs
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	16 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	TX Foster Home; Trophy Club
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 4/8/13: Hi Everyone! Stitch here! Wow, I have been so busy. Spring is so exciting with all the squirrels and birds in the backyard. I absolutely LOVE to sit outside in the sun and just watch everything. My two fur-sisters are very excitable. They like to chase everything. Sometimes I get excited too and run around my big yard. I have a playhouse that I can go up in and see the whole yard. I really love my new life. I am getting healthier and almost all of my hair has grown back in. My foster mom says that she cannot wait to see what I look like with a full Cairn coat! Easter was fun! I got to play with the kids next door and watch them chase each other to find these things called eggs. They were all different colors, but, for some reason I could not have any! Mom had to give me a special treat because I was so good.

UPDATE 3/18/13: Well, Happy St.Patty's Day from Stitch! He is doing really well. He has decided that he will claim his territory, so we are teaching him to be a good boy in the house. He loves to snuggle and has a very calm attitude towards everything. As usual, he is sitting here begging to say something.
Hey everyone! Stitch here. I am really loving my yard and hope my forever home has a big one with trees! I am missing wearing my cute little sweaters. Mom says that it is getting warmer and my hair is growing in nicely. I am excited about spring and all the birds that are showing up in the trees! Oh! There's a squirrel - gotta go! TTYL!

UPDATE 2/26/13: Wow! Two weeks have flown by! Stitch is coming along and fitting in well with his foster family of 2 humans and 2 female furbabies! We are still trying to get his meds balanced but it looks like his hair is starting to grow back in. I will let him tell you about his week : Hi! Stitch here! It has been an exciting week! I got to meet the cutest kid humans next door. I did really well with them and they loved me! I also got a new wardrobe - my foster mom is a sucker for sales - I look so cute in my new sweater. I hope to be available soon for my forever home.

02/18/2013: My name is Stitch! My foster Mom says that I am a precious little boy with an easy disposition and an urge to cuddle! My two sisters like me okay and we play well together. I am potty trained and a good eater. I love to be outside to bask in the sun and watch the wildlife. Occasionally I will run after something but I seldom bark at anything. Due to some allergies, I lack some fur in some areas and that means I need to wear clothes right now. It also means I'm on a grain free diet. My foster Mom loves to dress me, and I look adorable in my cute little t-shirts! My ideal forever home would be with someone who can cuddle me and give me extra special attention and care!

Adoption Application [lag0218][0409]
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	Name:	Trisa
	Age:	Born 8/15/2010
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	17 lbs.
	Color:	Dark Brindle
	Location:	TX Foster Home; Houston
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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01/24/2013: Please welcome Trisa to the Col. Potter ranks! She is a 2 year old dark brindle female who came to us from a commercial breeding situation. And is she making up for lost time! She has an extremely sweet personality and loves any and all attention sent her way. She is showing wonderful progress in getting over her fear issues. She has been with us less than a week and has yet to bark, but as time passes, her Cairnatude will begin to show more and more. She enjoys being outdoors, so a fenced backyard would be a plus. And since she is still learning the ropes on what it is like to be a loved pet, another dog in her forever home would be good. Her housebreaking is going great, no accidents at all. She is getting along with her foster brother and sisters, although she is still timid around them. She loves to be brushed, and her foster home is working hard to show her that human hands are good and only do good things. She is crate trained and has slept quietly through the night since arriving. Please check back on her progress as she should be available soon. This is one sweet little girl!

Adoption Application [ms0124][0310]
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	Name:	Yellowknife
	Age:	Born 7/1/2009
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	14 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	TX Foster Home; Houston
	Special Considerations:	NONE
	Contact:	E-mail: CPCRN@CairnRescue.com Adoption Application Please note our applications are not for specific dogs. Changes in status during the application process do not mean the dog is yours. Requests for specific dogs occur after you have been approved to adopt during the MatchMaking Process.

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UPDATE 3/24/13: Yellowknife is very sweet, but still fearful. She's coming along and this week managed to go outside on her own TWICE! She has to be carried out because she's afraid but managed to get her courage up. Some of these little breeder girls just need time to learn that life is joyful and nothing to be afraid of, but they do learn. When she gets outside, she loves the feel of the wind in her coat and would love to have a yard of her own so she can run. She enjoys lying in the sun on the warm bricks, too. She's doing great with her housetraining but since foster mom works, she uses her pee pads during the day, and doesn't mess the house when foster mom is at home in the evenings. Yellowknife loves food but is still too afraid to accept it from foster mom's hand, although she will come close waiting for something to come her way. This sweet little doll just needs a family who will help her learn that life is for fun - not fear and who is willing to give her all the time she needs to progress at her own speed. That patience will be rewarded.

UPDATE 2/1/13: Yellowknife is a very sweet dog with lots of fun and joy ready to come out - just as soon as she learns to trust humans. She came from a breeding situation and didn't have a lot of loving contact with humans so still isn't sure about them. Yellowknife wags her tail all the time, but is very skittish when approached. She is still working on her house training, loves her toys, and gets along well with the resident dogs. She is not a barker but does whine a little when she thinks the other dogs have taken off without her. All in all, she is doing really well and is coming along. Yellowknife often has a glint of mischievousness in her eye and one day she's going to leap over that hurdle of fear and be the daring Cairn she was meant to be.

12/09/2012: Yellowknife - nicknamed Sugar here in her foster home - is very sweet, very precious. She is also very skittish, having come from a breeder situation. She is fearful of foster Mom, but also still comes to her for licks on the fingers. Yellowknife loves toys and gets along well with the resident dogs, male and female. When she thinks no one is looking, she will jump on the dog couch and grab a toy, and bounce around with joy. She shows tons of promise to be a happy little girl soon. These breeder girls just need a bit of patience and lots of love before they turn into total love bugs (and naughty little Cairns)! She is still learning about house training but she’s making lots of progress. She is also a talker: That means she tells you what she wants, talks to her toys, and is very interactive. She loves to run and would be happier with a yard. Yellowknife is a ‘Princess-in-Progress’ and if you adopt her, YOU will be the one to see all her first times to experience joy, and love, and becoming the Cairn terrier she was meant to be.

Adoption Application [sa1209][0324]
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Organization	Dog Name	Age	M/F	Post Date
Westie Rescue Houston	BRIDGET	Adult	F	05-17-2013	Courtesy Posting: Dog may no longer be available
Westie Rescue Houston	BRYCE	Adult	M	05-17-2013	Courtesy Posting: Dog may no longer be available

UTAH

VERMONT


	Name:	Hazel
	Age:	Born 03/04/2001
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	17 lbs.
	Color:	Gray Brindle
	Location:	VT Foster Home; Essex
	Special Considerations:	No Cats; Escape Artist
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UPDATE 3/24/13: Hazel has a very important list for all to read.

“What I love” by Hazel:

Snuggling with my Mom.
Scooching behind Foster Mom on the couch - until she uses me for a backrest, then I move - the nerve of her!
Sleeping under the down comforter (whoever invented those is GENIUS)!
Cleaning the kitchen floor while Foster Mom is cooking.
Eating snow… eating period!

“What I hate” by Hazel:

Thunder and/or fireworks.
Smoke Detectors.
Baths. Rain, (basically anything wet and damp).

So if you live somewhere it never rains, (but snow is okay), and never has any thunder, I'm your girl! Love, Hazel

UPDATE 9/3/12: An End-of-Summer Prey-er from Hazel: Night and day I vow to slay, the chipmunk in my yard. THE END.

I know, I know it doesn't rhyme, but "The chipmunk in the drainpipes and the woodpiles and under the porch", wouldn't either. I think it has a nice ring to it just the way I wrote it. Just sayin'. Hazel

UPDATE 4/28/12: Spring has finally arrived in Vermont, and Hazel is enjoying napping in the sunshine, rolling on the soon-to-be green grass and keeping an eye on the birds chirping above (“Yummmmmm, love those birds”, she says!) Hazel is quite the little scrounger especially since she is on a restricted and special diet to help with skin issues and her weight! She's not fat but she sure is a solid girl. Foster Mom has to keep an eye on any gaps in the fence so she doesn't escape but she never likes to be too far from her real Mom - former foster dog Smyrna, now Nana. They curl up together just as they have Hazel's whole life. Nana is not available for adoption so Hazel is very happy to stay in her foster home for now. “Just keep those birds coming”, she says “cuz BOY, am I hungry”.

UPDATE 11/1/11: Fall is "leaving" us behind and Hazel is enjoying the snowless (so far!) days. It's a great time to help Foster Mom make doggie treats in the kitchen or snuggle with her "two Moms (her real one AND her Foster Mom)" on the couch. Right now there is work to be done outdoors as well since there seems to be some kind of critter living in the grill! Hazel heads there first thing when she gets out of the house. Of course, she did stop and start digging under the fence at one point and has to do her usual eye-balling the trees for possible squirrel sightings but despite all this "work", she isn't always active. She loves to cuddle (especially if her Mom is getting attention) and she will follow Foster Mom from room to room "helping" with all the chores. She can clean out a Kong too! Hazel is just a busy little Cairn but she also knows how to take a good nap.

UPDATE 8/3/11: Hazel has some great new pictures to view! Foster Mom is very proud she finally figured out the magic ingredient to get Hazel to pose is BRIBERY! Yes, a biscuit will go a long way to getting the Fearless Chipmunk Hunter to actually stand still and allow her beautiful self to be photographed. Please enjoy, as who knows when we will get good pictures of her again! Hazel is doing much better on her restricted diet to keep her skin from breaking out. She gets a single protein, no grain, kibble and only biscuits that either contain that protein or no protein. And of course no corn! Foster Mom was very bad and gave her some corn chips and the next thing you know, we were off to the vet for medication and back to weekly baths. She will probably need to watch what she eats for the rest of her life to keep her ears and skin clear and healthy.

During the last couple months, Hazel's Mom who was also in foster care, formerly known as Smyrna, needed life-saving surgery to remove a liver tumor so Foster Mom had to adopt Smyrna to save her life. Unfortunately that means that Hazel will not be able to be adopted with her Mom as we had all hoped. Hazel has never been away from her Mom for more than a night or two and they are uniquely bonded. Because of that Hazel will probably need a strong female dog in residence at her forever home who doesn't mind playing "Mom" especially when Hazel is feeling scared by thunder - she always seeks out her Mom to cuddle with at those times. Most other times, she is very independent but when she is tired or worried, she needs her Mom. And don't we all? Also she doesn't play much but if her Mom has a toy, Hazel will get "jealous" and want part of the action too. The two of them grab each end and just stand there and growl at each other, then shake to try and get the other one to let go, then more growling, more shaking, and so on. It's quite a scene and very funny to watch. Hazel is a very active, sweet dog that just needs someone to realize she is not a Senior Dog-whatever that is! And she has lots of good years left to be the Fearless Chipmunk Hunter that she is.

UPDATE 5/31/11: Hazel is still on the ever elusive ‘Chipmunk Hunt’. For a funny story, check out the Col. Potter Blog post for May 22, 2011 here: Life With Hazel. Foster Mom is thinking she might do better without a fenced in yard so she’ll entertain herself indoors. She’ll still need her walks, but this ‘Chipmunk Hunt’ is occupying entirely too much of her time!

UPDATE 2/12/11: Hazel has had some busy months since our last update. She managed to almost catch a blue jay, she had more baths than she cares to think about and she is very, VERY sick of snow, although you wouldn't know it from these photos: tinyurl.com/2a84m5a. She traveled to stay with a CP Auntie over the holiday and was pronounced a wonderful house guest. Foster Mom's nephew, on meeting Hazel, and having her climb up into his lap and drape herself around his neck, declared her to be the "best foster ever"! Seriously though, she is a quiet, loving girl - rarely barks and loves more than anything; food, and being near her favorite person.

UPDATE 11/22/10: Boy, did Foster Mom ever have to work hard to get new pictures of Miss Hazel. She is SO busy, she just doesn't want to stand still. She hates the rain, but on a sunny day - especially if it's warm - she doesn't want to come in the house. There are wood piles to explore, trees to climb (yes, she actually tries to climb up the tree where the squirrels roost) and mice to sniff out. She is showing a little toy possessiveness. Her Mom, Smyrna just snaps at her and she stops being a pill about the toy. But the resident boys get a little worried when she growls at them. Because Hazel has always lived with her Mom, she doesn't handle dog interactions with as much grace as other dogs, but she will learn. She's a little sprite who loves to cuddle when you can get her to hold still.

10/18/2010: Please welcome Hazel (also known as Mimi) to Col. Potter. She and her Mom Smyrna, lived all their lives with a wonderful lady who loved them very much. Knowing she could no longer care for her Girls, she contacted CPCRN.

Hazel is the younger of the two - she was from Smyrna's 2nd litter of puppies. She is also pretty much fearless and is proving herself to be a MIGHTY HUNTRESS having already tracked down and done away with a pesky chipmunk found in the yard. If you can get her to come indoors (she has missed several meals because she was SO busy in the yard hunting), she is very loving and especially loves to cuddle. And of course, there is a healthy rivalry with her Mom - any time one gets attention, they both have to have attention! Because of her high prey drive, I would not recommend a home with a cat or any smaller animal. They love to sleep in the same bed and I think that is Hazel's doing. She is a true Cairn Queen and if you have a rodent problem, she's definitely your Girl!

Adoption Application [sm1018][0324]
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VIRGINIA


	Name:	Sashay
	Age:	Born 4/17/2007
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	16 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	VA Foster Home; Virginia Beach
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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05/11/2013: Wow! Sashay has arrived in her foster home, and is she sweet and well behaved! On her way here she spent the night with a fellow foster Mom. They e mailed me to let me know how sweet she was and brushed her out and removed some ticks. So all I had to do was a bath and little more stripping. This is the love these furkids get from the moment they’re picked up until they reach their forever home. Once you have adopted we hope you will join us in our effort to improve the lives of this wonderful breed.
A welcome letter was written about Sashay that was truly accurate. This little girl is going to ‘sashay’ right into your heart. She won’t be spayed until May 30th so it will be a little while before she’s ready for adoption, but we have some work to keep us busy. Sashay is not very friendly to dogs outside her home. And she is a very tender girl and is frightened if she is picked up too fast. She doesn't know how to let us know she needs to go outside to potty and she hasn’t learned to use the doggie door yet. Sashay is a small Cairn, so 16 pounds is overweight for her. We’ll start on a weight loss program so she’ll be more comfortable. You will love the way she talks to her people, and follows you to see what you are up to. Sashay loves to walk, go in for rides in the car.

Adoption Application [jd0511]
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WASHINGTON


	Name:	Branna
	Age:	~11 yrs
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	12 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	WA Foster Home; Seattle
	Special Considerations:	Escape Artist
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UPDATE 1/13/13: Quite a lot has happened since our late posting. Branna has a brand new spiffy haircut, her coat is very soft and shiny. Also Branna has made another step toward coming out of her shell. Just as we thought she was as outgoing as she was going to get, she started playing with toys! This is the first time since she came to us in July that she has shown any interest in playing. She loves the little soft stuffed animals, and will even retrieve them for you. Recently Branna was in a scuffle with another dog, not her fault at all. She has a small wound on her eye that is hardly noticeable. Branna did extremely well taking her medicine, and wearing her cone for two weeks. The eye is healing well and she is back to normal happily playing with our resident dog.

UPDATE 10/20/12: Branna is a darling dog, and is healthy and full of life! She is lovable, and playful, and very trustworthy in the house. She loves hiking through the woods, and will need a secure yard, as she would like to get out and chase things if given the opportunity. Branna gets ecstatic over treats, dancing on her hind feet like a circus dog. She also loves to cuddle and have a belly rub. She would love an owner who would take her for walks, and then snuggle with her in the evenings.

UPDATE 9/20/2012: Branna is learning to sit for treats, as she normally dances on her hind feet. Now she can do both! She went to the vet, and is in excellent health, other than needing a tooth pulled. She swallows her antibiotic pill right down, plain without any treat needed. She would like to find her way out of the yard, to explore the neighborhood, so she needs a terrier proof fence. She is darling, and very bouncy in the morning, hopping and bounding like a bunny to greet you upon waking.

UPDATE 8/31/12: Branna is very loving and social. She adapts to new situations easily, whether it is new dogs, new places, or vacations with new people. She easily did a steep six mile hike, with energy to spare. She did well camping, although she was not a fan of the crackling fire. She is cute and energetic, and enjoys dancing on her hind feet when she thinks a treat might come her way. She is not afraid to correct a large or rambunctious dog who wants to rough house with her, but quickly reverts to her happy manner. She likes to roll onto her back to get a belly rub, and she doesn't mind if you hold her like a baby.

08/17/2012: Branna is very inquisitive, always wandering around the house exploring. She is also very loving and takes every opportunity to be cuddled or say hello, but not to the point of smothering her people. In the past few weeks she has been with us, her spunky side has come alive and she even enjoys running around with our Boxer! Given her easy going attitude, Branna would be a great addition to any household.

Adoption Application [sb0817][0423]
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	Name:	Childie
	Age:	~6 yrs
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	12 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	WA Foster Home; Anacortes
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 5/5/13: Childie is doing very well, and getting into the routine here at her new temporary home. She is losing a little weight, with diet and exercise and gets along great with her foster brother. She has learned the doggy door without any problem, but she’s still is a little unsure, so will need someone who can show her where to go potty if she finds a forever home without a doggy door. This little girl is very sweet-natured and will make someone a primo cuddle-bunny.

04/28/2013: Childie is very loving, and a little shy and timid. She hasn't been here long, but she gets along very well with other dogs, people and children. She enjoys walks on the leash and walks very nicely. She also likes to cuddle on the couch with her people and with other dogs. So far she hasn’t barked at anything. Check back for updates as we get to know our little foster girl.

Adoption Application [mf0428][0522]
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	Name:	Copernicus
	Age:	~8 yrs
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	15 lbs.
	Color:	Red Wheaten
	Location:	WA Foster Home; Everett
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 4/30/13: We finally had some nice weather and Foster Dad was able to mow the lawn. Copernicus wasn't afraid of the lawnmower but he respected it and stayed at a safe distance. We call him Cope or Coper because Copernicus is a real mouthful! Coper is a little rascal with a twinkle in his eye and smile on his face. He is always so hopeful for attention and treats! He doesn't have many teeth so his tongue hangs out when he is relaxed. But he doesn't care! He knows beauty comes from the inside anyway. He will love you with all his heart. He told me it doesn't matter what he had to endure in the past. What matters is how he is treated for the rest of his days!

UPDATE 4/7/13: Copernicus is the man! Do you need some lovin’? He melts in your arms! He's a pretty good boy too. He pays attention, he cares what is going on - it matters to him. He is quite observant. With 6 dogs in the house and only 4 human arms to deliver affection, it can be a challenge, but Copernicus knows when to move in for some loves!

UPDATE 3/31/13: Copernicus is a happy boy, is up to date on all vaccinations and is micro-chipped. He just wants someone to love him, hold him, and kiss him! Copernicus just moved to Washington last Friday and he has been very happy ever since. We have to watch him in the house because there is competition here with two boy cousins. Everything is mine, yours, and ours! He can go in and out the doggie door and up and down the 15 daunting stairs, and did both as soon as he arrived. He gets along well with everyone here. Copernicus would like to eat everyone else's food so he is fed separately, but he can be given treats with the rest as long as Foster Mom is the referee. He doesn't have many teeth so we add some warm water to soften his kibble. Copernicus doesn't need much, except for snuggles, scritches, and to be fed. He is just a lover boy, and would be happy to be cuddled all the time! How about some of that sweetness in your home?

UPDATE 1/29/13: Copernicus has now graduated from having to sleep in an X-pen to sleeping quietly in a wire crate. He has also learned to jump into the crate on his own now that he realizes either dinner or a treat is forthcoming if he does. Poor dental care has left him with few teeth so when he naps his little tongue hangs out of the left side of his mouth. House training is progressing. Copernicus is a little more willing to go outside with the other dogs to potty or pee, although he still must wear a belly band in the house to prevent marking. Through it all, this little guy remains very affectionate.

UPDATE 11/25/12: Copernicus is quite the love sponge, liking nothing better than to get into a person's lap for close-up attention. He follows foster mom around the house at all times. He still complains about being crated when foster mom leaves the house, but quiets down after a few minutes, then resumes barking as soon as he hears her return. At night Copernicus will sleep quietly in his dog bed inside of an X-pen and does not mark during the night. He must still wear his belly band during the day, though. We continue to work on house training so this little love bug will be ready for adoption!

10/03/2012: Copernicus is a handsome red-haired fellow who loves people. Other dogs are OK, but people are better, in his opinion. He was at first hesitant to go outside to do his business, but is getting better about that and makes fewer attempts to mark in the house. The one thing he does not like is being crated and he will bark until he is let out. He is beginning to tolerate short periods of crating during the day, so we will continue to work on this behavior also.

Adoption Application [gp1003][0501]
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	Name:	Justice
	Age:	Born 2/11/2004
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	17 lbs.
	Color:	Dark Brindle
	Location:	WA Foster Home; LaConner
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 2/17/13: Not just another day for Justice - he's ready for adoption! This little guy is making up for all the days he lost. Justice is such a happy, loving boy. He has been doing well with his potty training. He really enjoys his lap time and all the affection he is receiving from the family. Justice has learned to take treats from our hands. He has found his inner Cairn while out on walks exploring the property. He loves sniffing the air, the rocks, and barking at the sounds. He has one ear that remains down from a former hematoma, but it just adds to his charm. Justice bonds quickly to the people around him. He will need a home that is patient and willing to carry on teaching him about this big world. He will make someone very happy, as he is making all of us happy. He will steal your heart and make you his own - after all that is the ‘justice’ he deserves!

02/03/2013: Justice came into Col. Potter on Martin Luther King Day as part of the "I have a Dream" group, after 9 long years of being in commercial breeding. Boy, is he making up for lost time! Justice is so loving to everyone he meets, and he gets along with all of our dogs. His tail wags constantly. He adores belly rubs, back rubs, any kind of rubs. He is doing well with potty training, although he still has the marking instinct, but in time he will learn. Justice is getting more relaxed around the noisy TV. We are trying to teach him to take treats, and yesterday he licked my hand! I cried because it was such a huge show of trust. Justice may have some years behind him, but believe me he doesn't know that. He thinks he is a kid in a candy store. Keep an eye on this SWEET TREAT because he is going to make some lucky family very happy!

Adoption Application [ks0203][0309]
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	Name:	Opportunity
	Age:	Born 5/28/04
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	17 lbs.
	Color:	Red Wheaten
	Location:	WA Foster Home; Everett
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 4/30/13: Opportunity is a real sweetheart! She likes everyone - dogs and people. She found a couple of friends here last week. She played chase with our Col. Potter boys, from the kitchen to living room and back, taking turns on who was being chased and who was the chaser! She also does a little ‘high five’ dance and she and one of our other girls were giving each other high fives! It was very cute. Loud noises scare her a bit but she is fine with all the household noises. We believe she has some sight issues but she went to a specialist today and he did not find anything obvious. She doesn't run into things and she runs around outside with the rest of the fur-kids here - just a bit cautious. She needs someone to love her and care for her and cuddle with her in her own forever home! She is very soft and a joy to hold. She has her favorite bed in the kitchen and if someone else has taken it first she lays on a rug rather than finding another bed. Don't you want this sweet girl to cuddle in your home?

UPDATE 4/7/13: Opportunity is looking for her own opportunity! She is a real sweetie! She has been through a lot but is a very happy girl. She has learned to seek out her foster Mom and Dad for loves. We can tell she worries a bit but she has become comfortable here. She has some sight issues and we will be taking her to a specialist to find out exactly what is going on. Opportunity needs her own opportunity to be loved and cared for. She cared for many others, now it is her turn! She will love you with no reservations!

UPDATE 3/31/13: Opportunity had another path to travel and she did good! She flew from Kansas last Friday and did very well, thank you! There were flight issues, delays, but guess what? Her crate was clean and dry when she arrived! She can hear just fine but she does have limited sight. She gets around our home just fine and doesn't run into anything so we think she sees shadows. She does come in the doggie door but hasn't mastered going out so there have been a few accidents, if we aren't paying attention. She is human door trained and will bark to go in and out. She will come up the two stairs to the door to come in but not the fifteen daunting stairs, that's a bit much. She tests everything by doing this little hop and jump and putting out her paw, good girl! She is very loving. Opportunity needs a home who will love her and hold her and assure her that life is good! She is up to date on vaccinations. She can be fed with all her cousins and doesn't try to steal anyone else's. She enjoys being outside in nice weather and sleeps quietly in her crate each night, and she melts in your arms when you hold her.

02/21/2013: Opportunity is slowly adjusting to her new life of freedom. She was sad when she first arrived. She’d just been treated for ear mites, had an extensive dental and a hematoma surgically repaired on her ear. Who would be in good spirits under those circumstances?! Now, she’s pain free, and is trying to bounce and play - maybe for the first time in her life. She has some vision impairment that makes her extra cautious in new territory but she has mastered the steps to go out to potty. And oh my - when she’s picked up, she just melts into your arms! If you need a little girl who will make your heart swell with love, then this is an Opportunity you should grab!

Adoption Application [gl0221][0501]
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	Name:	Shaila
	Age:	~9 yrs
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	17 lbs.
	Color:	Wheaten
	Location:	WA Foster Home; Port Angeles
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 5/22/13: Shaila has learned what toys are! Check out her first time playing with one: Shaila 5/22/13. Every day, Shaila is more and more comfortable with being held and loved on. She has cuddled with me in the chair many times in the last week or so. She is almost a perfect little girl. Do you need a little girl in your life? Do not let her age scare you off. This little one has years and years left in her future. She is in perfect health, active, can out walk you on a walk and is more than willing to relax and watch TV - if that is what you want to do.

UPDATE 5/9/13: Shaila is opening up and becoming more and more comfortable with being touched and loved on. She still is not comfortable with being held and cuddled but today, she asked to come up in the chair with me and proceeded to shower me with kisses. If you want the sweetest little dog to share your life, Shaila is the one for you. The more she is learning to trust that she is safe, the more she is blossoming. She loved my grandson when he came to visit and kept going to him to be petted. Of course, I had told him she was fearful of new people and then she runs up to him to be petted. They will make a liar out of you every time!

03/30/2013: Shaila is a gentle soul and a joy to have in my home. She gets along with all my dogs (even the grouchy blind female) perfectly. She fit right in the second the dogs were introduced. She has learned that walks are wonderful and her tail is up, head alert and she walks like the little Cairn Princess she is, with no pulling. She is learning the rules of the walk very quickly (i.e. no barking at dogs barking at us through a fence). Shaila is very leery of strangers and it takes her a few days to relax and not be fearful of being petted. Once she learns to trust you, and that she is safe, she is all for having pets and will even come to foster mom to be petted. She can be a bit meek, but if there is something to bark at outside the fence, she has no problem joining my dogs in the fun. Shaila is ready for her forever home but does need to have another dog in the home as that helps with her confidence. If you are willing to let her progress at her own pace and give her the time she needs to trust, she will be a wonderful girl to add to your home.

Adoption Application [st0330][0522]
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	Name:	Veteran
	Age:	Born 6/20/2004
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	15 lbs.
	Color:	Dark Brindle
	Location:	WA Foster Home; Tacoma
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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Jerry Orlando [0208]

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UPDATE 3/27/13: What a week we have had! New neighbors moved in next door with two dogs and Veteran likes barking at the new guys along with our fur herd. Veteran is normally quiet outside, only barking when he wants in, so this is a new experience for him. He does bark when he hears you come home or someone knocks at the door. I think this is due to the rest of the pack because they all do the same thing. He will also howl with you if you start it, so we have a choir of howls here with our pack (2 Cairns, a mutt and an Afghan hound). What a racket for us, but for them the tails are wagging away and heads are lifted in song as the cat leaves the room!

We went for a car ride last week and Veteran was great in the car. He just sat or laid down during the drive, and didn’t get excited about it at all. We'll need to do some leash training as he's a puller, but no worries, he picks up on what will please you very quickly. Veteran is a talker when you rub and pat him, and when he comes in wet from the rain or dew, he rubs his face on the under side of a chair or front of the couch. It’s really funny!

Veteran has been learning how to play with the other dogs and has just started to initiate play, even with the old guy he likes to boss around. He has his favorite girl in the house, who is the boss of the pack. He likes to go where she does to see what she looks at. He also will stay on the couch next to her when we let him up. It's nice to see how Veteran is fitting in.

UPDATE 3/17/13: Veteran (a.k.a. Bailey) is a very good fellow. He gets along with other dogs just fine. He does love to “boss” around our oldest resident dog by just standing there staring, and wagging his tail at him. This just makes the older male get up and move. Bailey kicks his feet and walks away happy. Bailey gets along with cats too, he ignores them in the house. Bailey is a very good pal when working in the yard, or around the house. He just loves to follow foster Mom around just to see what I’m doing and how I’m doing it. The little guy has a great appetite. He sleeps well in his crate and he goes in there when we need to leave. Veteran would do well as an only dog or with one other dog. This is one guy ready for his forever home, is that you?

UPDATE 9/24/12: Veteran is ready for his forever home. He has his limpy days but also his really good days, and in general likes to "mosey". Is there anyone out there whose lifestyle might match Veteran's? He's too nice a dog not to be someone's life. He loves lap time but is reserved and not too pushy. He sits quietly while being petted on your lap, but then gently paws for more pets if you stop. He doesn't go up on the furniture and is content with laying on the floor near your chair. Veteran is a great gardener companion, but he does not dig. He will follow while you push the wheelbarrow, and sit near by while you weed. Veteran could be an only dog but he also gets along well with other dogs (and cats!), and would love to be bossed by a Cairn Princess. He's not food possessive at all, although he MAY very gently poke the back of your calf if you are slow dishing up dinner. He even loves a pat on the back as he eats. Then he comes to you when he is done eating so you can praise him and lead him outdoors for potty. Veteran is small and really cute. If he is on your lap and you want to kiss the top of his head, it is OK. He is used to it. It's obvious that he is ready to bond and blossom. Does Veteran sound like the right boy for you?

UPDATE 4/10/12: Veteran (aka Bailey) has become a good guard dog for the back yard. He patrols the fence and warns any squirrels that he is on duty. He gets very excited at mealtimes. Loves to practice being a lap dog. He appreciates a quiet house and takes his naps all over the house, from the open crate to a corner on the floor by the door. He is still wary of strangers but relaxes with people he knows. Loves body rubs and makes cute little grunts and moans when he gets one. When you stop, he gently paws to ask for more. Just a real nice little gentleman. He deserves his own forever home and is ready to find it.

01/02/2012: Veteran, AKA Bailey, is ready for his forever home. He knows stairs, gets along with both dogs and cats, comes in when called and is beginning to enjoy laps. Good things come in small packages. Veteran is a small Cairn who looks like a young Scottie. He has a soft silver undercoat, and a black, grey and red overcoat. Very timid when he got to his foster home (it was his first time inside a home) he has relaxed enough to show us his terrier self. He's a "talker". After mornings outdoors we sit on the floor in front of a heater to warm up and he will climb into our laps, paw for attention, then give little grunts and moans of pleasure as we rub his neck. He is missing his 4 front teeth-2 upper and 2 bottom-and will gum you while playing gentle "chase the fingers across the floor" games. Veteran is very sensitive to voice corrections and wants to please. He is the opposite of food possessive with people and often has to be encouraged to start eating with words and pets. Once started, he has a great appetite and will finish his food. Veteran comes running when called in and then circles back for his "good boy" pets and praise. He stays with the cat in the living room at night with the crate door open. He is gentle about taking treats from hands. Just a real nice dog. Veteran needs someone to be his forever home and show him more of the world. Will you be his guide and cheerleader? You'll have a wonderful buddy in return.

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	Name:	Divot
	Age:	5 yrs Born 11/17/07
	Gender:	Female
	Weight:	16.3 lbs.
	Color:	Red
	Location:	WI Foster Home; Sturgeon Bay
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 5/11/13: So who wants a perfect dog? Divot is pretty darn close! At one time she was probably a well trained girl. She is relearning her manners and even though it took a little time, she is now comfortable enough with the resident Cairn to "zoom". However, Divot does tucker out quickly because she needs to lose weight. Short walks work best for her. She craves attention and would gladly be a lap dog. Divot is the happiest dog I have ever met and reminds me of the adage "when you have lemons, make lemonade". This girl is your lemonade maker- just in time for summer!

05/03/2013: Please welcome Divot to our Col. Potter family. In the US, a 'divot' is a small tuft of grass that may have been removed as the result of a golf swing, but in Scotland it is turf used as roofing, somewhat like a shingle. Anyway you look at it, a divot is something small. There is nothing small about our Divot’s personality! She comes with buckets full of it and delights in the attention she receives. She is smart, and quickly learned the rules of a new household. Divot is a dream on a leash, which is a good thing, because she is also overweight so we are doing lots of short walks. I can tell already Divot will be in great demand, so better get your application in!

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BRITISH COLUMBIA


	Name:	Valtteri
	Age:	Born 11/29/2003
	Gender:	Male
	Weight:	20 lbs.
	Color:	Black Brindle
	Location:	BC Foster Home; Port Alberni
	Special Considerations:	NONE
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UPDATE 5/10/13: Here’s a video of Valtteri playing in the back yard with foster Mom: Valtteri 5-10-2013

UPDATE 4/18/13: Hello there: This is Valtteri reporting. I am still waiting for my forever home. Today I was outside and got some grooming - boy did that feel good! I have a beautiful thick, soft coat, so my Foster Mom put out some of the extra hair I don't need any more for the birds and their nests. I love to be groomed - I made purring noises, just to be sure I got a few extra brushes, and it worked! Then I played with my favorite toy, a tennis ball. It was tossed along the yard and I chased after the ball and caught it. I have played with it so much - and chewed it a little (okay, maybe chewed it a lot), that I might need a new one. I also like to play with stuffed toys. Do you have any at your house? I am very affectionate, and would love my own home - please? Please?

UPDATE 3/17/13: Valtteri is still a charmer and waiting for his forever family. He is very attached to his humans and follows me around the house all day wherever I go. He goes into the kitchen hoping for a tasty treat. Next, over to the TV room, up on the sofa beside me, waiting for a scritch. Then happily prances to the computer room to lie at my feet. Boy, you should see him in the morning when it is time for his breakfast - I open his crate, and with great excitement and lots of happy noises, he goes skidding from one room to the next, over to his bowl waiting for his food. He sits perfectly, looking up at me, still making his happy noises, and gulps his food down. Then it is outside for a potty break. Out he goes, hopping down the steps. He has his favorite spots in the yard, and when he is done, he comes right back to the door to say, "Hey, I'm done. Please let me back in". His tail is always wagging with excitement. Won't you let him wag his tail at your house?

UPDATE 1/10/13: Valtteri is still waiting for his forever home. Here’s a video showing how cute and happy this boy is: Valtteri-1 1-10-12. Valtteri is not handicapped by his poor vision, but is very happy and independent in his environment. Here’s another video of him exploring the backyard in the snow and using the rock wall for his own purposes. Valtteri-2 1-10-12.

Valtteri says: “Do you have that nice safe backyard for me? I would love to come over and sniff check it all out for you, then come inside for a sleep next to you on the sofa”.

UPDATE 12/14/12: Hey, it was my birthday! I am a wise 9-year-old dog now. My foster Mom says I have the best nose in the west. When I am out for walks, if I smell a deer, I get really excited. I'm far better at smelling them out than my foster brother and sister. I am still a really well-behaved dog. I had a bath the other day and loved it. I enjoyed the tummy/back rub and loved the warm water. Now I smell quite pretty. My favorite thing next to walks and food is to get up on the sofa beside my favorite human and snuggle. Sometimes I am lucky enough to get a back rub too; then I purr like a kitten. Wouldn't you like to wrap me up and take me home for the holidays?

UPDATE 11/8/12: Valtteri has adjusted well to his foster home. He has become an expert cuddler. As soon as I sit down on the sofa, he runs over, trying to get up with me. He is a little hesitant to jump up beside me, as his foster brother and sister usually get there first. So he checks where they are sitting, and jumps up beside them, right in foster Mom's lap - for a belly rub. Then he starts making loud purring sounds. He is so cute! His favorite spot when not getting his belly rubbed, is on the back of the sofa at the front of the house. His foster siblings lie on one side guarding the house, and Valtteri is up there with them on the other side of the sofa. He is the proud owner of an angel vest sent to him by CP. This is like a white cane for dogs. He has no problem wearing it out for his walks. This vest lets him know when he is near an object, so he can safely avoid it. He only wears it outside or when in new surroundings. He has adjusted well inside the house, and rarely bumps into things. The eye doctor says most dogs adjust well with little or no vision, because their sense of hearing and smell are more vital than sight. The eye surgery is extremely expensive. He recognizes my voice and my car when it comes in the driveway. Do you have the time for snuggles and kisses from this little cutie, Valtteri?

UPDATE 10/18/12: Valtteri is a very lovable dog. He is so happy to meet people, and everyone that meets him falls in love with him. He loves belly rubs and walks so much that he makes these happy sounds when his belly is rubbed or when he is going out for a jaunt. His lack of sight does not slow him down much. He trusts his foster mom to guide him, and can walk on trails with a little direction; no problem. When going up stairs or over a bump in the trail, I say "UP" and when going down stairs I will say "DOWN" for each step. He catches on quickly. Valtteri is getting a check up with the eye doctor soon, so watch for the next update on his eyes. Keep your fingers crossed some kind of treatment can help him see again. He is a very special boy and would make someone very happy!

10/10/2012: Valtteri is a sweetheart! This handsome boy was an owner surrender, who were not able to care for him anymore. He had a long adventure coming to his foster home, but he did the transport like a champion. I could see right away he was a sweetie. He has bilateral cataracts, and is blind. Foster Mom had a bit of adjusting to do, how to guide Valtteri so he would not run into things. I would make a clicking sound as I walked from one room to the other, and he followed along - happy as can be. Now, he knows the layout of the house, and bumps into things much less frequently. He does walk quite slow still, testing the environment before he walks too fast. He is so happy to go for walks, he jumps around and makes happy sounds when his leash is rattled. He walks along the road as if he can see where he is going, no fear at all. He walks out in front and is almost pulling down the road. He does need some guidance at times on the walk when we go near trees or sidewalks, to help him go around these obstacles.

When he meets other dogs on the walk, or hears them barking down the street, he seems to be a little scared, and barks back. With reassurance that he is okay, he calms down. He is very happy with his foster brother and sister, and gets along with them great. I have also discovered he is a very smart little fellow. The first day, when I had a treat for him, I told him to "sit", he did not understand. Then with the treat brought over his head, he sat, and got the treat. Now, for his treats, when I say "sit" he sits beautifully waiting for his treat! He is such a good boy, and would love to cuddle with that special someone. Could that be you?

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