Adoption Stories

Just Be-paws We Love You

In the fall of 2000 I accompanied a friend to Fuzzy Friends Rescue.  She was looking for a dog for her grandson.  That would be the first of many trips I would make there.  My friend didn’t find a dog that was right for her but I found Buddy, a fuzzy, grey terrier mix.

After retiring, I volunteered in the office for several months.  I saw first hand the dedication and love shown by the employees to each and every animal housed at Fuzzy Friends.

All too often I had to refuse the desperate plea of someone wanting to bring an animal to Fuzzy Friends because there were no empty spaces.  Frequently, though, I was lucky enough to be able to witness a cat or dog going home in the arms of its new family.

I have been fortunate enough to experience the pleasure of adoption an additional seven times.  It is such a joy to see the transformation of a scared, homeless, little creature into a trusting, happy member of the family.  My goal is to one day no longer need facilities such as Fuzzy Friends Rescue; until that day comes, though, I will strongly support it.

Janel Griffey
Waco, TX

The little Pug was found standing in the middle of the street scared and confused.  He has been dumped; left to fend for himself along with a little Rat Terrier.  A good Samaritan found them and called Fuzzy Friends Rescue to help.  Once they arrived, they were given complete medical examinations and their very own names, Chevy and Kia.  Chevy, the little Pug had heartworms and was very malnourished.  His friend, Kia, the little Rat Terrier was also malnourished, but did not have heartworms.  She however, was pregnant and would soon give birth to five healthy little “Pugrats”.  They are all now in loving homes.  Chevy's recovery took a little longer since he had to be treated for heartworms and other intestinal parasites. Since his recovery, he has been adopted into a loving home where he is living the life he so richly deserves.

An update from Chevy's Family:
Chevy (now called Koopa) is doing great.  He enjoys a long walk each morning with our human family and our three Bassett Hounds.  He has discovered that he really really likes Cheese and Milk Bones (in small quantities) in addition to his regular dry dog food.  He is very healthy and is Lovin' Life!!
Thanks,
The Sadler's

When Dudley came to Fuzzy Friends, he was afraid and unsure of humans.  Someone had poured acid on him and caused a terrible burn on his back.  After he was treated and had a lot of TLC from our staff, he made an amazing transformation into a beautiful, loving, trusting pet.  He is now in a new home and is being treated like a king.

Update on Dudley:

Thanks for taking such good care of Dudley until we came along to bring him into our family. There was a pet costume contest at the Regent Care Center May 19th and guess who took first place? Dudley of course!!! There were only eight entrants, but that's a start. You can't believe the happiness and joy this little guy has brought us. He is kind enough to let us live in his house as long as we live by his rules, and you know what? We wouldn't have it any other way. Keep up the good work, our thoughts are with you.
Dudley and his new family!!

I am Betsy & Clifton’s niece. I work with Sherry Zanter at National Lloyds. Sherry adopted this sweet poodle named Garrett. He is now “Baxter”. I would say it was Baxter’s lucky day!!! I hear about him every day and I can guarantee he is one lucky dog!! (Except I don’t think anyone has told him he’s a dog…)

Fuzzy Friends holds a special place in our hearts. Our Chi- Weenie and our Yorkie came from FFR and we are blessed to have them. We are dog people, plain and simple. Shelter dogs have a need to be free, they just want to go home. We were happy to be able to have given two out of the millions in the world- a great home. I have worked at FFR for three years on marketing and special events. I am proud to be a part of such a worthwhile organization. Home is where the dog is.

Becki and Whit Shepherd Waco, Texas

Jeff Hunter with his new best friend

We love dogs. We had two Westies, Mattie and Buddy. Buddy succumbed to bladder cancer this past summer and we had to put him down. Fuzzy Friends received a Schnauzer terrier that was 6 months old and we adopted him and he became Mattie's new friend and our 2nd best friend. A great little dog that couldn't have been more perfect if we had picked him from a championship kennel. The only thing with a bigger heart are the people who manage Fuzzy Friends, and find homes for so many good dogs, who if not for them, might not make it.

Jeff and Marilyn Hunter
Waco, Texas

Karol Blakey with Dayna and Angel

Dayna and Angel

While visiting Fuzzy Friends one day, Karol met Angel, an 18 month old chocolate tan Dachshund whose owner had passed away, and Dayna, a 2 ½ year old silver dapple Dachshund that was found by a caring couple in Lacy Lakeview and turned into Fuzzy Friends Rescue.

Dayna and Angel were so different but both needed a forever home and to be loved.  Karol and her mother had recently lost their beloved pets Sadie and Punkin and were still grieving over the loss.  Although not expecting to adopt so soon, Karol spent several hours at Fuzzy Friends one week getting to know the pups, hoping one might fit into their family.  After observing each little girl, plus seeing how well they got along, she decided to adopt both.  “By the time the week had passed, I loved both of them.  I could never have taken one and not the other. They’re best friends now and……they’ve helped us to smile and laugh again.”

Fuzzy Friends was wonderful during this period and so kind and accommodating.  We are very grateful to them for being such a professional and caring organization and for all the hard work they do to help animals find their forever homes and have the love, care and respect they deserve.

Karol Blakey
Woodway, Texas

 

“We have been so impressed with Fuzzy Friends kind and caring employees and the plush, friendly atmosphere in which the animals are cared for. We searched for months for the perfect dog and one afternoon I found two. We have fallen in love with Barney and Sadie and can not imagine life without them.” Brandi & Rodney

“We had been going to Fuzzy Friends Rescue for many weeks and we had finally picked out a puppy named Jasmine. However, the day we went to go pick her up we saw Dixie. We just fell in love. She was just what we had been looking for. She was so gentle with the kids. Now that we have her at home they play with her at home all the time. We are so happy that we found her."

“Dude” Duderonomy was adopted 11-29-02 as a companion pet. The adoption process was EASY. The staff was very helpful with me. They allowed me lots of time to look around for a cat. Once I chose Lawrence, AKA Dude, I went to the viewing to play and interact with him. They let me sleep on my decision overnight and the next day he was adopted. Dude is very playful and loving. He approaches all the house guests and loves all the attention.

“I have always loved animals. Most of my pets have been adopted or rescued. In fact, over two years ago, my first Pygmy goat was found in the middle of a field in the Woodlands near Houston. Since he had a scar on his side, he was most likely dropped by a hawk! Because of that first goat, my "herd" has grown to 9 goats! It was because of my goats that I wanted some Great Pyrenees dogs.

Fuzzy Friends had 6 of these puppies left at their door on a cold January morning. As soon as I heard about them, I knew they would be the dogs for me. I went with the intention of getting one female, but ended up with Madeleine and her brother Pierre. These dogs have been a wonderful addition to our family. They are gentle, loyal, and great watchdogs. My husband has never really been a "dog person", but Madeleine and Pierre have won his heart! We absolutely adore them! I'm even taking Pierre to dog training school at Petsmart (then I come home and teach Madeleine).

Fuzzy Friends is a wonderful and fun place for dogs and cats. It is obvious that every person there truly cares about each and every animal. "Paws up" to Fuzzy Friends!“

Jessica Butcher with Cassy
It was true love at first sight

“Fuzzy Friends Rescue is a great place to find the dog or cat of your dreams. I had been looking for a long time. Thank you Fuzzy Friends.”

Patrick Reeder and pals

Willy and Hennessey

We are more than happy to share what a wonderful experience adopting from Fuzzy Friends was for us. Our "Fuzzy Friend" Willy the Kitten has been an absolutely delightful addition to our household. We originally decided to get a cat as a companion to our 3-yr old Miniature Pinscher, Hennessey. I was worried about getting a kitten, because I didn’t want the cat to feel threatened by our often hyperactive dog. I can’t say enough about the helpfulness of the Fuzzy Friend's staff in making our decision. They let me bring Henessey in to meet several cats, made great suggestions about cat-proofing our house, and even gave me information on declawing.

When we adopted Willy, we had no doubts or worries. Since bringing Willy home, he has become much more than just a companion. He now rules our small household with a mischievous meow and a wiggle of his little bobtail. I manage an apartment complex and he is just so personable, I can’t resist taking him to work with me. He sits by the door and steals hearts as my residents come in to visit. I point them all to Fuzzy Friends to get their own special friends!

Thank You so Much- Jennifer Dundee and Patrick Reeder